Introduction : a new opportunity -- Part I: Social exchange : Macon money -- Local fit : a framework for stronger community -- Part II: Game mechanics and social policy : fit in Macon -- Small groups and network science : reality ends here -- Circulating stories across platforms…
"Locally Played reveals a growing role for urban games to strengthen community and build local ties. A series of games are analyzed in successive chapters. Each game deepens a local connection including to neighbors, local businesses, and a group identity. The book ties game stu…
How games can make a real-world difference in communities when city leaders tap into the power of play for local impact. In 2016, city officials were surprised when Pokémon GO brought millions of players out into the public space, blending digital participation with the physical…
Reporting the progress in the fight against the ingrained poverty and social problems of many areas within the US, this text includes case studiesfrom many cities which highlight the achievements in such communities.
Reporting the progress in the fight against the ingrained poverty and social problems of many areas within the US, this text includes case studies from many cities which highlight the achievements in such communities.
With his background as a community organizer and as a state legislator representing Chicago?s South Side, Barack Obama became America?s most?urban? president since Teddy Roosevelt. But what has been his record in dealing with the issues most impacting our metropolitan areas toda…
With his background as a community organizer and as a state legislator representing Chicago?s South Side, Barack Obama became America?s most?urban? president since Teddy Roosevelt. But what has been his record in dealing with the issues most impacting our metropolitan areas toda…
Presents a study on the significant and growing need for more imformed consideration of complex an d interrelated impacts of transportation decisions on the livability of communities.
