Author(s):

  • Rapp, Amon

Abstract:

This research, through an ethnographic approach, has the aim to find digital game design elements, that could contribute to engage users deeply even in non recreational contexts, such as the Quantified Self services.

Document:

http://www.fdg2013.org/program/papers.html

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