The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction -1 CE Hour
This training course examines video games facts, the influence on video game players, and scientific rigor to engage with clients.
The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction
About this Training
Concern about the potential impact of digital games on its players is as old as video games themselves. Once digital games expanded beyond the university labs where they were first developed, the attention they garnered from researchers and the press began to reflect a fear of this emerging media. Despite video games’ 40+ year history, the world of video games is seen as a treacherous place by many. This training will provide participants with a better understanding of the influence that digital games can have on players to better combat this panic with scientific rigor by providing attendees with a basic understanding of the scope of influence that digital games can have on players. By the end of the training, participants will have the tools to more effectively engage with their clients and the public discourse about video game effects.
1 APA Hour Upon Completion
The Telos Project is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Telos Project maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Geek Therapeutics is an approved Cosponsor.
1 NBCC Hour Upon Completion
Geek Therapeutics has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7042. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Geek Therapeutics is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
1 ACE CE Hour Upon Completion
Geek Therapeutics, #1769, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Geek Therapeutics maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 05/19/2021 – 05/19/2022. Social workers completing this course receive 1 continuing education credits.
Instructor(s)
VIDEO GAME RESEARCHER
Rachel Kowert
Rachel Kowert, Ph.D is the research director of Take This. She has published and spoken on a range of topics relating to the uses and effects of digital games, including its impact on physical, social, and psychological well-being. She has published several books and scientific articles relating to the psychology of games and, more recently, the relationship between games and mental health specifically. Her most recent book, A Parent’s Guide to Video Games, won an INDIES award in the science category. To learn more about Rachel and her work visit www.rkowert.com.
Course Curriculum
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction
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Welcome to the The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction Workshop
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Gamer Stereotype PDF Handout
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction Video
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction Learning Objectives Quiz
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction Learning Objectives Quiz
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction CE Evaluation
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The Gamer Stereotype: Fact or Fiction CE Evaluation
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Final Steps
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Here are the next steps!
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Other Information
Access is provided to the course via email after registration and payment is made.
System Requirements: A computer and a stable internet connection.
Target Audience: Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Mental Health Professionals.
Content Level: Beginner
Course Completion Requirements: Completing all sections of the training of written information, video completion, learning objectives quiz, and course evaluation. Evaluations are part of the coursework. The certificate will then be generated immediately after all requirements have been completed.
Date Recorded: 08/15/2020
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Disability Accommodations
It is the responsibility of the Individual to contact Geek Therapeutics to request disability accommodations at Hello@geektherapeutics.com.
Geek Therapeutics is committed to helping each student reach his/her academic potential and to providing every student equal opportunity to participate in and engage with the course. In keeping with this commitment, effort has been made to develop accessible learning materials that provide equal access. Please contact Geek Therapeutics immediately if access to course materials is restricted due to a disability so the issue(s) can be resolved in a timely manner.
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