The Ludic Dimension of Peer Interaction. Interactional Games among Junior High School Pupils Cover Image

Ludyczny wymiar interakcji rówieśniczych. Gry interakcyjne młodzieży gimnazjalnej
The Ludic Dimension of Peer Interaction. Interactional Games among Junior High School Pupils

Author(s): Katarzyna Kalinowska
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Instytut Stosowanych Nauk Społecznych Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: sociology and anthropology of youth; junior high school; ludic interactions; peer relationships; participant observation

Summary/Abstract: The article tackles the style of peer interactions and ways of forming relationships between junior high school students. The paper describes the ludic atmosphere within student circles and portrays interactional games among teenagers. The conclusions are presented with reference to Victor Turner's theory of communitas and Roger Caillois' typology of games. The paper is based on qualitative research (using participant observation) conducted in junior high schools.

  • Issue Year: 2014
  • Issue No: 18 (2a)
  • Page Range: 91-107
  • Page Count: 16