1 Day Why Video Games Are Addictive Minecraft Roblox Etc Avoid Gaming Addiction
Topics covered: 1) Why video games are addictive 2) How to recognise the symptoms 3) What can happen if you get addicted 4) Ways to deal with it or prevent it & how to make better choices about how you use your time. Very popular & essential class!
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to Why Video Games Addictive (Minecraft Fortnite Roblox)- Avoiding Gaming Addiction by a Programmer This very popular class covers the essentials every student needs to know about why video games are so addictive, the issues that they might be experiencing and what to do to avoid them. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Topics Covered ▬▬▬▬▬▬ 1) Why video games are addictive - the tricks used to keep you playing and spending more 2) How to recognise the symptoms - if you spot addiction earlier it's easier to deal with it 3) What can happen if you get addicted - the reasons why you want to avoid addiction 4) Ways to deal with it or prevent it & how to make better choices about how you use your time ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Symptoms of video game addiction ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Are they playing more than 1 hour of video games a day? Are they becoming isolated from family and friends? Are they lying to others about how often they play video games, and do they often play in secret? Do they become upset and irritable when they’re not playing video games? Did you say yes to any of these? If so, you need this class fast! The class is taught by teachers with experience in computer science and video game programming. Many video games including Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnight, Pokémon, Call of Duty, Among Us, Rocket League, Mario, Zelda are on the list for the most addictive games ever! This class is perfect for students aged 8 -16 years old. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Further Support ▬▬▬▬▬▬ If after this class you want support dealing with this issue and with the help of other students with the same problem, please click the following link for my support video game addiction class: https://bit.ly/video-game-weekly Or if you prefer to join a Group - https://bit.ly/VideoGameGroup ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Schedule Requests & FLEX ▬▬▬▬▬▬ If you do not see a time or date listed for a class that interests you, please message me with a few possible dates and times, and I will do my best to offer a session that will work for your schedule. Should you prefer flexible schedule classes, here is the link for my flexible version of this course - https://bit.ly/video-game-flex ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Minimum Student Levels ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Please be aware I try to teach all of my classes to at least 3 students as I feel it provides a better teaching and learning experience. If the minimum amount of students is not reached 72 hours before the start of the course, students will be notified and offered a refund or transfer. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ Explosive Learning Teachers ▬▬▬▬▬▬ This class is currently being taught by Jo Reynolds and Dr Peter King. There will be no difference in the content or quality of the class. But if you have a preference then please check who the allocated teacher is for the section you are booking. Welcome to "Why Video Games are Addictive and How to Avoid Gaming Addiction," a class taught by programmers with experience in computer science and video game programming. In this popular class, you will learn the essentials of why video games are so addictive, how to recognize the symptoms of addiction, and what can happen if you become addicted. You will also learn ways to prevent or deal with addiction and how to make better choices about how you use your time. This class is specifically designed for students aged 8-16 and covers popular games such as Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, Pokémon, Call of Duty, Among Us, Rocket League, Mario, and Zelda. Some symptoms of video game addiction to look out for include playing more than one hour of video games per day, becoming isolated from family and friends, lying about or hiding the amount of time spent playing games, and becoming upset or irritable when not playing games. If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this class is for you. In addition to the class, we offer further support for those dealing with gaming addiction through our weekly support class and student support group. We also offer flexible scheduling options and try to accommodate requests for specific dates and times. Please note that our classes have a minimum enrollment of 3 students to ensure a better teaching and learning experience. If the minimum enrollment is not met 72 hours before the start of the class, students will be notified and offered a refund or transfer. This class is currently being taught by Jo Reynolds and Dr. Peter
Learning Goals
Students will learn ways of gaining control of their video game habitats and be given the facts they need to make better decisions.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please note, this class will highlight to students how much of their lives they are wasting on gaming and the harmful effects this has on their minds, bodies and relationships. Some students can find the realization that they have a video game addiction problem profoundly distressing.
After this class, please ensure that you speak to your child about what we have covered and be prepared to offer the support they will need to overcome their addiction. You may wish to approach local counselling services to find out what professional support is available to you.
At the request of previous parents and students I have created a follow up support class where students who have decided to overcome their addiction can check in, gain support from me and from their fellow gamers and work together to come through this experience.
Please be aware that addiction is a problem, whether it is video games, drugs, alcohol or any other addictive behaviour. If your child identifies that they have a problem during this class please seek professional help immediately.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Not an official Minecraft product. Not approved or associated with Mojang.
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Brighton University UK
Johnathan holds a Bachelors' Degree in Computer Science during which course he learned how to program video games and the science behind making the games highly addictive, a requirement of the companies who make money from this 200-billion-dollar industry. He has worked with children of all ages in the fields of sports, circus skills, and business as a trainer and mentor. He has extensive experience in mentoring and counseling which he applies during this class.
Dr. Peter King has done Computer Science modules at University and is a lifelong computer game enthusiast - especially Sid Meir's Civilization which he has played throughout most of his adult life. So, he understands from first-person experience how addictive video games can be. He has 3 young stepchildren who he helps get active away from their PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox, playing games like Zelda, Mario, Pokemon, Apex / League of Legends, Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite, etc. and uses many of the techniques and theories explained in this course to help them get a better balance to their lives.
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Live One-Time Class
$36
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 2114 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-6 learners per class