Humanities and Games

THATCamp Games

Unleashing Conversations at the Intersection of Humanities and Games.

collaborative learning

Unleashing the Power of Unconference

Embrace the untapped potential of collaboration and innovation with the dynamic force, where ideas flow freely, and creativity knows no bounds.

Diverse Minds, Shared Passions

Who We Welcome

We extend a warm invitation to all passionate minds, curious souls, and visionary thinkers eager to join the vibrant tapestry of our community.

Digital Humanities Theorists and Practitioners

We foster a space where theoretical insights and practical applications harmoniously blend to redefine the future of scholarly discourse.

Educational and Serious Game Designers

We welcome those dedicated to crafting immersive experiences that seamlessly intertwine learning with innovation at our platform.

Games Enthusiasts and Advocates

We embrace those uniting in a shared passion for the transformative impact of gaming on diverse realms of society.

Scholars Passionate about Games and Pedagogy

We invite scholars fueled by a passion for games and pedagogy, where our platform provides a collaborative space through the intersection of academia and gaming innovation.

Explore the Unconference Experience

Embark on a journey of inspiration and shared wisdom at the Unconference, where diverse voices converge, ideas ignite, and the boundless possibilities of collective learning come to life.

Participant-Driven Sessions

Collaborative Learning Spaces

Network with Industry Experts

Hands-On Workshops

Connect, Learn, and Share

Ready to immerse yourself in the world of THATCamp Games?

Prepare to be captivated by the dynamic energy of THATCamp Games, where passionate minds converge to redefine the boundaries of game studies, fostering a community-driven exploration of the ever-evolving intersection between technology, academia, and play.

What’s Happening

Data! Data! Data!

Data! Data! Data!

We’ll update this post as new information rolls in–tweet @thatcampgames or use the #thatcamp games hashtag if you’ve got photos, write-ups, blog posts, etc. to share! Google Docs Please help us gather nomadic session docs back into one folder 🙂 The THATCamp Games...

Session Proposal: Badges Done Right

Session Proposal: Badges Done Right

I’d like to propose a session, or at least a conversation, on the topic of badges and achievements in education. It seems to me that many of the “trend-settters” of gamification are using badges in a very unfortunate way: badges as simple extrinsic motivators that...

THATCamp Games: Where Ideas
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