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Wanda V Gregory
BIS 293
Bothell Campus

Special Topics

Examines different subjects or problems from an interdisciplinary framework.

Class description

This class will look at virtual environments ranging from traditional online games and virtual worlds to social network games. Topics include overview of virtual worlds, game design elements, business models, social design, identity, avatar development, psychological dimensions, and community building.

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Class assignments and grading

The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.

Last Update by Wanda V Gregory
Date: 02/17/2012