Active Games Research Articles

A Study of Teacher Intervention in Guiding Kindergarten Middle School Role Play

Games contribute to the development of children and reflect the level of development of children[ 1]. In kindergarten game activities, role play is popular among children, and it plays a significant role in the healthy development of children. During the process of participating in role-playing, young children's bodies and minds are fully developed and perfected. Middle class children are in a special transitional period, unlike small class children who do not have much understanding of roles, nor are they mature enough like large class children. Therefore, middle class children need more guidance from teachers. This paper observes and records the intervention and guidance of teachers in the role play of the middle class in Kindergarten A. Through analyzing the identity, methods, time, and attitude of teachers'intervention and guidance, it is found that there are four aspects of teachers'intervention and guidance in the role play: the teacher is mainly a director, and he or she provides authoritative intervention and guidance; the teacher's intervention is inappropriate; the teacher's attitude is not positive; and the time of teacher's intervention is unreasonable. In response to these issues, it is proposed that teachers should pay attention to games and provide guidance at the right time; Teachers should choose appropriate methods for guidance; Teachers should transform. from “directors” to “players”; Respect children's willingness to play and give full play to their freedom.

AMALAN PENGAJARAN DAN PEMBELAJARAN UNTUK JUVANA DI SEKOLAH PEMULIHAN

As stipulated in the National Children Policy, all children are required to get a proper education, a statement which includes juveniles. However, it is not easy to impart knowledge to this group of delinquent children. Therefore, this study will explore what teaching and learning practices that are appropriate for juveniles based on the objective to explore how teaching is implemented by teachers for juveniles. Specifically, this study took place in three different Tunas Bakti rehabilitation school zones. In order to carry out this objective, a qualitative approach which is the Constructivist Grounded Theory (CGT) design was used throughout this study. Through purposive sampling, a total of 23 respondents including 18 teachers, 3 administrators and 5 education experts were selected. Three methods of data collection namely in-depth interviews, field observations and document analysis have also been used in this study. Next, thematic data analysis is highlighted to answer the research objectives. Findings found that there are three approaches that have been used by teachers to ensure effective teaching and learning takes place among juveniles, namely repetitive learning, the implementation of game activities and video screenings. Overall, these three approaches are able to have a positive impact on the objectives of the study and its implications, it is hoped that this study can contribute to improvements in teaching and learning practices for juveniles in rehabilitation schools.

Memory Asymmetry Creates Heteroclinic Orbits to Nash Equilibrium in Learning in Zero-Sum Games

Learning in games considers how multiple agents maximize their own rewards through repeated games. Memory, an ability that an agent changes his/her action depending on the history of actions in previous games, is often introduced into learning to explore more clever strategies and discuss the decision-making of real agents like humans. However, such games with memory are hard to analyze because they exhibit complex phenomena like chaotic dynamics or divergence from Nash equilibrium. In particular, how asymmetry in memory capacities between agents affects learning in games is still unclear. In response, this study formulates a gradient ascent algorithm in games with asymmetry memory capacities. To obtain theoretical insights into learning dynamics, we first consider a simple case of zero-sum games. We observe complex behavior, where learning dynamics draw a heteroclinic connection from unstable fixed points to stable ones. Despite this complexity, we analyze learning dynamics and prove local convergence to these stable fixed points, i.e., the Nash equilibria. We identify the mechanism driving this convergence: an agent with a longer memory learns to exploit the other, which in turn endows the other's utility function with strict concavity. We further numerically observe such convergence in various initial strategies, action numbers, and memory lengths. This study reveals a novel phenomenon due to memory asymmetry, providing fundamental strides in learning in games and new insights into computing equilibria.

Analysis of players’ stroke performance relevance in tennis matches

ABSTRACT In this study, we applied the stroke performance relevance (SPR) method to analyse the performance of players in 53 elite men’s singles matches at the 2018 and 2019 Australian Open, Roland Garros, and Wimbledon championships. The SPR method assigns a distinct contribution value to each stroke, considering the stroke’s outcome and timing. The investigation scrutinised every stroke, analysing stroke technique, placement, and game action across three court surfaces to understand their impact on match outcomes. The results revealed that 1) serve technique is crucial in high-level men’s singles matches, especially on hard court and grass, while groundstrokes significantly influence match outcomes. Forehand groundstrokes, with notably higher SPR values than backhand groundstrokes, are more beneficial for winning players. 2) Court surfaces minimally impact stroke placements; deeper and closer-to-the-sideline shots yield better scores on all courts. 3) Neutral actions (both players use offensive techniques to strike the ball) show significant differentiation in match outcomes. For both players who won match and players who lost the match, negative SPR values for return and defence across different courts indicate a negative impact on match outcomes. 4) SPR is a new method to help coaches and players quantify stroke performance in matches.

Exploring the Impact of Infrastructure on Indoor and Outdoor Game Participation and Skill Development in the Present Scenario of National Education Policy 2020

Physical Education programs are anchored by their infrastructure, which has a significant impact on students' involvement, engagement, and skill development in both indoor and outdoor game activities. Well-designed spaces, furnishings, and equipment have a big impact on how effective Physical Education situations are. Understanding how infrastructure affects participation in both indoor and outdoor games and skill development is essential to optimizing physical education programs and promoting holistic student development. In order to better understand how infrastructure affects student experiences and outcomes in Physical Education, this review study highlights how it promotes active involvement, enhances skill development, and creates fair learning environments and provides educators, policymakers, and stakeholders with insights by synthesizing the existing literature. It looks at the importance of infrastructure, how it affects player engagement and skill development, inclusion issues, and areas for development. In order to encourage student involvement, skill development, and inclusivity in Physical Education, infrastructure is essential. An extensive variety of physical activities are made possible by well planned areas and equipment, which enhances children's motor abilities, coordination, and teamwork. There is need for development in terms of community involvement, technology integration, and infrastructure investment. In order to encourage student involvement, skill development, and inclusivity In Physical Education, infrastructure is essential. An extensive variety of physical activities are made possible by well planned areas and equipment, which enhances children' motor abilities, coordination. By resolving these issues and seizing opportunities, Physical Education programs can become more inclusive and effective. In addition to highlighting the significance of continued investment and support for infrastructure, this assessment highlights the critical role that infrastructure plays in fostering student involvement and holistic development. Keywords: Infrastructure, physical education, indoor games, outdoor games, participation, skill development.

Mahjong detection based on YOLOv5

Mahjong is a captivating game that enjoys popularity in China, Japan, and various other Asian nations. The rapid progress of artificial intelligence technology has spurred significant research attention towards achieving automated mahjong matches. Central to this effort, the precision of mahjong card recognition plays a pivotal role in determining the effectiveness of subsequent tasks.The traditional image recognition method mainly relies on the similarity measurement between the target and the template, whose accuracy and stability cannot meet the needs of the application due to changes in external factors such as the angle and lighting of the mahjong image acquisition in the actual game. In this article, a mahjong intelligent recognition method based on YOLOv5 is proposed. Specifically, this article applies image recognition technology to the AI training of national standard mahjong, and quantitatively analyzes the impact of mahjong image quality (such as shooting angle, mahjong size) on model prediction results. The results show that the proposed method based on YOLOv5 can achieve robust recognition of mahjong, which can bring some new insights to the field AI games.

An Investigation of Factors Influencing Attitudes Towards Online and Offline Games with the Moderator Effects of Gender in Iran

Due to the escalating popularity of video games, the industry’s annual income rose to $197 billion in 2022. To promote video games, it is imperative to possess adequate insights into the attitudes and emotions of adolescent gamers. This study aims to investigate the factors influencing video game engagement in Iran by utilising quantitative data obtained from 205 students participating in video gaming activities in Mashhad. The results proved that playing online and offline games at home, hand in hand with the participants’ interest in play, has a positive impact on the gamers’ attitudes towards playing games. Moreover, no relationship was found between prior game experience, playing games (team/individual—online/offline) patterns and attitudes towards playing games.

Peculiarities of teaching the players of the student mini-football team basic individual actions when picking up the ball

Mini-football is a unique, universal team game that requires every player to be as efficient as possible in both attack and defense. Among the many factors that affect the result of matches in mini-football, and, accordingly, the result of sports activities, there is no doubt the level of technical training of each team player. From our point of view, the issue of teaching the basic individual actions of the players of the student mini-soccer team when selecting the ball is extremely important and insufficiently studie. In the article, an attempt is made to reveal the peculiarities of training the players of the student mini-football team in such basic individual actions when picking up the ball as: defensive stance, walking, running, dashing, jumping, stopping.
 The purpose of the research is to reveal the peculiarities of teaching players of the student mini-football team basic individual actions when picking up the ball. The methodological basis of the research is a systematic and person-oriented approach with the aim of analyzing scientific publications and methodical sources, as well as analyzing basic individual defensive game actions and identifying important features of training players of the student mini-soccer team to individual actions when selecting the ball. The work uses a multi-level systematic analysis of scientific sources based on philosophical, general-scientific, partial-scientific and specific-scientific levels of knowledge.
 Scientific novelty. With the help of the conducted research, important features of teaching the players of the student mini- soccer team basic individual actions when picking up the ball were revealed. Conclusions. The question of the basic individual actions of players when selecting the ball in mini-football is important and insufficiently studied. During the study, the peculiarities of learning the following basic individual actions of the players of the student team when picking up the ball in mini-football were revealed: defensive stance, walking, running, dashing, jumping, stopping.

Level of physical fitness and physical development of volleyball players

In modern volleyball, the physical training of athletes acquires special importance in connection with the expansion of the range of game actions, the increase in the tension of the game, which requires maximum physical effort from athletes in situations that change quickly on the volleyball court.
 The purpose of the work is to determine the level of physical fitness and physical development of volleyball players based on the results of pedagogical testing.
 Research results. The study was conducted at Polis National University (10 team players, trainer-teacher: A. P. Denisovets). Pedagogical testing was conducted, in which 10 volleyball players of the student team took part. In the pedagogical testing, the following control exercises were used to assess the development of motor skills: long jump from a standing position, jumping up from a standing position, jumping up from a running run according to Abalakov), bending and extending the arms in a resting position while lying down, lifting the trunk into a sitting position from a lying position, throwing stuffed ball weighing 1 kg, "shuttle" run 4×9 m and a combined test.
 The results of the study indicate that volleyball players have different levels of physical fitness. The results of hand and static dynamometry show that the highest indicators are observed in players who perform the role of the first pace, followed by players of the second pace. Linking players have a lower level of physical fitness.
 Based on a study of the physical development of volleyball players, it was established that their average body length was 185 cm, and their average weight was 75 kg. First pace players had a height advantage compared to other playing roles, although libero players were shorter compared to other players. These data indicate a tendency to favor tall players in the formation of teams, regardless of their qualification and competition rank.
 Conclusions. The conducted research will enable specialists and coaches to determine the optimal ways of planning to improve indicators of physical fitness and physical development of volleyball players, both during educational and training sessions of groups improving the sportsmanship of students and highly qualified athletes at all stages of multi-year improvement.

Students’ Assessment of Learning in a Volleyball Course at a University: A Mixed Methods Study

The aim of the study was to evaluate students’ assessment of their learning after a teaching period of volleyball training in a university course. The teaching was research-based and linked to relevant theories of motor learning, small-sided games (SSG), teaching games for understanding (TGfU), and motivational climate. To examine the research question, a mixed methods design was used, which included a questionnaire and reflection notes from the students. The questionnaire data constituted the basis for an analysis of the students’ reported development in their skills and knowledge in four relevant learning outcomes, while the qualitative data provided more in-depth data related to their learning. The statistical analyses showed a significant increase in the experience of skills and knowledge in all four relevant learning outcomes related to the curriculum of the course. From reporting poor or medium goal achievement prior to the course, the students, in general, reported good goal achievement after the course. The thematic analysis of the reflection notes supported these findings, in which game activities in small groups were especially identified as positive. Furthermore, the students stated that the teacher and a learning-oriented motivational climate were crucial in contributing to a positive learning environment. Some of the students reported too little instruction and feedback from the teacher during the course. The students expressed a few suggestions for changes to the content and methodology of the teaching. The study indicates that this type of research-based teaching may be important to produce a positive learning outcome for students. Our finding is consistent with previous research, which identifies which elements should be emphasized when implementing training in this subject area. As the survey only had 30 respondents and the design did not contain a control group, caution should be exercised when drawing strong conclusions from this study.

Competing With Artificial Intelligence Or Other Fans: Effects of Making Predictions About Game Outcome on Fans’ Perceived Curiosity and Evaluations of Game Consumption

This study focused on whether predicting the game outcome prior to watching the actual game results in more positive evaluations of game consumption from sports fans through heightened perceived curiosity and flow. This study employed a 4 (prediction type: no prediction vs. simple prediction vs. prediction and compete against AI vs. prediction and compete against other fans) × 2 (game outcome: winning vs. losing) between-subjects design. The results suggest that fans who make predictions about the outcome before watching highlight videos experience greater feelings of curiosity and flow, and more positive evaluations of game consumptions in comparison to those who do not make any predictions prior to watching the game. Our findings not only contribute to fan behavior and human-computer interaction literature by examining the role of prediction and curiosity but also offer meaningful practical implications for developing effective fan engagement interfaces by incorporating the elements of prediction and competition.

PERKEMBANGAN OLAHRAGA TRADISIONAL EGRANG PADA REMAJA DI DESA RIDOGALIH KECAMATAN CIBARUSAH

Physical education, namely education through physical activity to achieve physical education goals that have been formulated in the physical, psychomotor, affective and cognitive domains. Physical education contains many elements of sports or games, this activity of playing together is characterized by interaction with other people. Traditional sports are game activities that grow and develop in certain areas, which are full of cultural values and community life values and are taught from generation to generation and traditional sports are the result of the work, tastes and creations of the community which is called culture. For example, in traditional sports, the form of the game is a contest of concentration, balance, dexterity, endurance to cover a certain distance in each column of a predetermined row, where every time the player takes a step they have to maintain their balance to walk forward without falling. return to the starting position to get points. So those who must be involved in socializing the traditional Hadangan sport are the children who aim to preserve the Engrang traditional sports culture so that it does not fade.

The Association Between Loneliness, Social Anxiety, and Gaming Addiction in Male University Students

Gaming addiction is notably associated with increased levels of social anxiety and loneliness among adolescents. The current study intends to explore the relationship between online gaming addiction, social anxiety, and loneliness among male university students. Non-probability purposive sampling was employed to select male participants between the ages of 20 to 30 years. Data was collected using the Gaming Addiction Scale, the De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale, and the Social Anxiety Scale (SAS), along with a demographic sheet. SPSS 23 was employed for the data analysis. Correlation analysis revealed that there is a positive correlation between addiction, loneliness, social anxiety, and gaming addiction. The multiple regression analysis indicated that social anxiety and loneliness are positive predictors of gaming addiction. An independent sample t-test showed a significantly higher level of interaction anxiety and evaluation anxiety among adolescents experiencing loneliness and being involved in addictive gaming behavior. The results of this study highlight the role of social anxiety and loneliness in the development of gaming addiction in adolescents, offering insight into the intricate interplay between these variables. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for additional research to better understand behavioral patterns in gaming activities, strengthening our ability to address the problem effectively.

CHEER SPORTS AND CHEERLEADING

The authors consider animation and game tourism as one of the important areas of tourism. During the study, it was found out that animation and gaming activities are actively used in modern tourism. Due to the fact that the quality of tourist services is improving and the number of services is expanding, this area is actively advancing and its income is growing.

ANIMATION AND GAME TOURISM

The authors consider animation and game tourism as one of the important areas of tourism. During the study, it was found out that animation and gaming activities are actively used in modern tourism. By improving the quality of tourist services and expanding the number of services (including animation and game tourism), the tourism services sector is actively developing and its income is growing

Adolescent gaming and parent–child emotional closeness: bivariate relationships in a longitudinal perspective

The aim of this study was to add knowledge of the longitudinal associations between gaming and emotional closeness between parents and their children. We hypothesized that parent–child emotional closeness was linked to less gaming activity over time and that more gaming activity was linked to less parent–child emotional closeness over time. We also tested the moderating effect of child gender on these anticipated links. This study involved a sample of Swedish adolescents, spanning the developmental years from age 12.5 to 17, and included data from two time points (T1; year 2013 and T2; years 2017/2018) with N = 782 participants (T1 Mage = 12.10, SD = 0.40; 49.6% girls). Utilizing a series of Cross-Lagged Panel Models, we found that emotional closeness to both mother and father predicted less time spent on gaming over time. More time spent on gaming predicted less emotional closeness to mother over time. Additionally, gaming activity among girls was specifically related to less emotional closeness to their father over time. Strengthening parent–child relationships and emotional bonds may be crucial in safeguarding adolescents from developing habits of excessive gaming that could potentially pose problems for their psychosocial development.

Exploring motivations for social games in virtual reality for smart cities

The Metaverse is experiencing widespread adoption by organizations aiming to elevate brand engagement, particularly in computer engineering’s burgeoning field focused on virtual world gamification. This trend spans various sectors, including network science, smart cities, and online games. This study aims to reveal the motivations driving the use of virtual media, providing valuable insights into diverse user preferences. Integrating this information into smart city development holds promise for enhancing responsiveness to user needs, making our dataset relevant for both governmental and private entities seeking to create virtual media platforms or smart cities tailored to user demands. This research contributes to the ongoing evolution of smart city design, aligning with user motivations and adapting to evolving trends in user behavior. The findings offer a foundation for informed decision-making, promoting a user-centric and responsive approach in developing virtual experiences within the smart city context. Our research paper focuses on investigating the motivation and necessity of virtual reality (VR) games for potential integration into smart cities. Targeting a specific demographic of 40 individuals aged 18 to 24 in the capital of Thailand, we utilized correlational research methods to explore motivations and needs for VR games. Through the development of a socially virtual game-free asset using Unity, our experiments shed light on the significant motivations for Generation Z in Thailand, emphasizing convenience, product appearance, and game effects. The findings highlight the pivotal roles of social engagement and the motivation for self-disclosure in building relationships. Additionally, our study suggests that social connections and shared experiences strongly motivate individuals to participate in gaming activities. Notably, female players are significantly influenced by social connections, while branding has a minimal impact on their motivation and desire.

I think learning ancient Greek via video game is…’: An online survey to understand perceptions of Digital Game-Based Learning for ancient Greek

Abstract Playing is connected at a deep level to how we learn, participate in and create culture, as it is dynamic, complex and even unpredictable just as learning is (Reinhardt, 2019). Even Plato in his Theaetetus recognises the importance of such a component in experiencing culture and knowledge. Could playing (or gaming) therefore be a useful didactical approach in promoting the study of ancient Greek around the world? From 10th May 2023 at 1 pm. until 1st June 2023 at 1 pm., an internet survey was conducted online by the researcher Irene Di Gioia through the use of Google Forms questionnaires. This questionnaire was distributed via different social networks and communication tools. The survey aimed to understand if people around the world are interested in the idea of learning ancient Greek via a video game and if so, which video gaming activities learners prefer. The goal of the survey was therefore to understand if a ludic pedagogical approach using Digital Game-Based Learning could theoretically represent an interest experience for learners or potential learners, and furthermore to investigate their feelings, prejudices, and motivations regarding the study of ancient Greek. From the analysed data the researcher will therefore develop a video game to teach ancient Greek language and culture, which comprises the focus of her ongoing PhD dissertation at Georg-August University of Göttingen (Germany) and Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna (Italy).

Psychological Determinants of Computer Gaming Addiction of Children in Primary School

Introduction. Currently, the relevant object of research is the studying of psychological determinants that contribute to the formation of computer gaming addiction in children and adolescents. The younger school age is the least studied in terms of familiarization with the Internet environment and, in particular, computer games. The identification of psychological determinants that contribute to the formation of gambling addiction among younger students is an urgent problem in connection with the prevention of the formation of destructive behavior even at the early stages at school.Objective. Identify psychological determinants that cause the formation of computer gaming addiction in younger schoolchildren.Materials and methods. A sample of an empirical study was made up of students of 3 classes of the city school, in the amount of 78 people, the average age was 9.8 years. To achieve the goals of the study, the following methods were used: a test questionnaire of the degree of enthusiasm for computer games by A.V. Grishina; methodology “Computer game addiction” by O. M. Vidova; Technique “What is good and what is bad”, adapted by N.V. Kuleshova. For mathematical data processing, the Mann-Whitney U test and the r-Spearman rank correlation coefficient were used.Results. According to the conducted psychological testing, three groups of younger schoolchildren with different levels of computer gaming activity were identified – low, medium and high. According to the criteria of the questionnaire “The level of computer gaming addiction”, a high level, which correlates with computer gaming addiction, was detected in 26.1 % of respondents. The results of a comparative analysis of the severity of indicators of computer game addiction are described.Discussion. It was found that groups with different levels of computer gaming activity differ in the degree of enthusiasm for computer games. So, the higher the level of gaming activity, the higher the level of emotional attractiveness of computer games and focus on gaming activities, and the lower the self-control of gaming behavior, that all is the inability to independently complete gaming activities. The results obtained are indicated that these psychological characteristics are the determinants of computer gaming addiction in younger schoolchildren.

Assessment of Motor Fitness Metrics among Athletes in Different Sports: An Original Research

Background. Motor fitness is one of the keys to athletes’ success and is the initial factor mixed with game-specific technique and tactics that has an impact on game performance. All athletes should incorporate these elements into their sport and game actions. Study purpose. The aim of this study was to evaluate differences in motor fitness metrics among university-level male athletes participating in various sports. Materials and methods. Sixty (60) male athletes, ranging in age from 18 to 25 years, were selected from six different sports: Athletics, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Handball, and Volleyball. Each group consisted of 10 athletes who had competed at the inter-university level. The research focused on six key fitness metrics: agility, speed, power, arm strength, abdominal muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance. Appropriate testing methods and instruments were used to measure these parameters. Statistical analysis, including one-way ANOVA and post hoc LSD tests, was performed to identify significant differences between the groups. A significance level of 0.05 was set for the study. Results. The results showed statistically significant differences among the groups in agility (F(5,54) = 4.776, p<0.001), speed (F(5,54) = 5.602, p<0.000), and cardiovascular endurance (F(5,54) = 3.578, p<0.007). However, no significant differences were observed for power (F(5,54) = 2.079, p>0.082), arm strength (F(5,54) = 1.368, p>0.251), and abdominal muscle strength (F(5,54) = 1.947, p>0.102). According to the post hoc (LSD) test findings, each group’s agility, speed, and cardiovascular endurance parameters were compared to each other to check the significance level. Conclusions. In summary, the study has revealed that agility, speed, and cardiovascular endurance were significantly different among athletes in various sports, whereas power, arm strength, and abdominal muscle strength were not. The findings suggest that athletes and coaches should prioritize sport-specific fitness components to improve game performance.