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Playing with/as Systems: Short Paper, Discussion and Demonstration
Playing with/as Systems: Short Paper, Discussion and Demonstration

Author(s): Michael Straeubig
Subject(s): Psychology
Published by: Ośrodek Badań Filozoficznych
Keywords: cybernetics; distinctions; game studies; play; systems theory

Summary/Abstract: Complex phenomena such as play, creativity or innovation are familiar, yet difficult to describe in a systematic manner. In this short article I propose six necessary conditions for any comprehensive description of play. Against this background I discuss my systems-theoretic, constructivist and practice-informed approach to play.

  • Issue Year: 2017
  • Issue No: S
  • Page Range: 197-203
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: English
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