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Violence in Videogames: Employing Empathy and Exploring the Idea of the ‘Other’.

When people think of video games in terms of morality, minds immediately pick on the violence and desensitization that first-player shooters promote under the militarisation of politics within the industry, my blog is an exploration into how video games can be used to teach empathy instead of being deemed as bad for their relation to instances of real-world violence, by analysing mostly survival games and how the medium uses empathy to create personal connection and emotions. In such a large medium where it is common to mindlessly kill to complete the mission of survival, I will focus specifically on the games The Last of Us Part 2 (2020), Firewatch (2016), Until Dawn (2015), Detroit Become Human (2018) and This War of Mine (2014), so spoilers for those ahead!.

When we as critics talk of the links between real violence conducive to themes seen in video games, first-person shooters always seem to be at the forefront of the conversation, especially concerning the idea that violent video games cause a disconnect from the complexity of other people to the concept of NPCs (non-player characters) which appear human yet are immediately recognisable as disposable by the player in order to reach a goal.

In my blog, I am going to look closer at the idea of NPCs, different ways of portraying and interacting with characters, and how games incorporate empathy to create a longer-lasting emotional connection for its audience, developing the idea of videogames as a tool to teach empathy rather than squander it away (https://www.we.org/en-GB/we-stories/opinion/craig-kielburger-using-video-games-as-empathy-machines) to do this I will be focusing on 5 very different games, and explore in what way those games create empathy for even non-human characters.

Before diving into how video games simulate it I first want to ask the question, how do we define empathy? The Cambridge Dictionary states the definition as ‘the ability to share someone else's feelings or experiences by imagining what it would be like to be in that person's situation’.

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Employment Vacancy for Midwifery Lecturer in Kenya 2019

Employment Vacancy for Midwifery Lecturer in Kenya 2019

Employment Vacancy for Midwifery Lecturer in Kenya June 2019 Career Vacancy : Midwifery Lecturer Job Description

Employment Opportunity : Midwifery Lecturer Job Recruitment

Midwifery Lecturer

About WE

WE is a movement that believes when we come together we can create an even better world. WE makes it easy for you to get involved – whether at home, school or work – by offering resources to…

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WE Charity Food Coordinators Vacancy 2019

WE Charity Food Coordinators Vacancy 2019

WE Charity Food Coordinators Job in Narok – Kenya January 2019

Food Coordinator

About WE: WE is a movement that believes when we come together we can create an even better world. WE makes it easy for you to get involved – whether at home, school or work – by offering resources to help you create positive social change in your community and around the world.

Through WE Charity initiatives,…

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WE Charity Journalist NGO Job Vacancy in Kenya March 2017

WE Charity Journalist NGO Job Vacancy in Kenya March 2017

WE Charity Journalist NGO Job Vacancy in Kenya March 2017   WE Charity Journalist NGO Career Opportunity in Kenya March 2017   WE Charity Journalist NGO Career Vacancy in Kenya March 2017 Company: Reputable Company Location: Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya State: Nairobi Job type: Full-Time Job category: NGO Jobs in Kenya We are looking for a talented story teller with strong writing skills to…

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How a 17 Year Old Student in New York is Giving Back

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis

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High school junior Jameson Cohen was looking forward to Spring Baseball Season. When he found out he’d be spending it at home, he turned it into a season of giving back. Not only was he able to feed and connect with people in need, he created a special organization called “Circle of Friends” — designed to encourage children of HealthCare workers right from his own home. This is one example of how students are giving back for National Volunteer Week April 20-25. How are you connecting?

Disclosure: Today’s guest is also a guest on the Let’s Volunteer now event from today’s sponsor. All opinions are my own and that of the guest.

Sponsor: The WE Schools Program, made possible by the Allstate Foundation, is kicking off National Volunteer Week with Let’s Volunteer Now! Join this free online event to help discover how virtual volunteering can help your students build SEL skills. It will be hosted on Friday, April 17 at 1pm EST on the @Wemovement Facebook channel with special guests SEL expert Dr. Amy Cranston and her brother award-winner actor Bryan Cranston, and joined by remarkable students and WE Volunteer Now campaign participants, Tyler and Jameson.

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Jameson Cohen – Bio as Submitted

Jameson is 17 years old from New York City. He is passionate about taking action in his community and wants to ensure he is doing everything he can to continue to spread light and positivity in the world. In light of what is happening in the world and the high demand and pressure on medical professionals, Jameson is focusing his efforts supporting health care professionals who bravely work everyday to ensure the rest of us are safe and feel protected in our homes. He has been supporting a local restaurant package and deliver meals to hospitals around New York City.

As part of National Volunteer Week (April 20 – 25), Jameson is giving back through the WE Volunteer Now campaign (https://www.we.org/en-CA/our-work/we-schools/we-schools-campaigns-and-curriculum/service-learning-campaigns/take-action/we-volunteer-now) — encouraging his peers to take action and volunteer in their communities. Jameson has started “Circle of Friends”, a volunteer program that provides virtual programming to medical professionals, educators and parents who need help keeping their children engaged and excited during this uneasy time. Circle of Friends pairs a family with a volunteer over the age of 16 and arranges a 30-minute session focusing on an array of activities. From helping with homework, partaking in a “private yoga lesson” or even having a fun conversation about sports. Jameson hopes this platform is a way to support parents whilst also instilling a sense of hope within young people to continue to pursue their passions and interests during this time.

Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

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[gidikroon]

♲ Gidi Kroon () 2019-12-03 19:12:01:

Jenna Ortega posted this photo of her in Kenya on her Instagram today. She visited there about a year ago to support the WE charity. Any donation made to that charity today on Giving Tuesday will apparently be amplified 10x, so please think about it (US/Canada only it seems). See www.we.org/donate. #jenna-ortega #jennaortega #wemovement https://gidikroon.eu/b/2bt

[rkdaily]

Actor Ramin Karimloo recently sat down with The Actor's Audience (www.theactorsaudience.com) to discuss his career, from his current gig on Broadway in Anastasia to his roles in Les Miserables and Phantom of the Opera. The actor will performing at BB Kings on July 23rd & 24th. Tickets can be purchased here: http://www.bbkingblues.com/bio.php?id.... Ramin is also taking part in a campaign for Roots Canada (http://www.roots.com/ca/en/nice-butto...) and the We Movement (https://www.we.org/stories/music-phot...). To keep up with Ramin you can visit his Twitter: @raminkarimloo, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialrami... or his official website: https://www.raminkarimloo.com.

[letscreateafricaorg]

New post in LET'S CREATE AFRICA (L.C.A.): oma in Entrepreneurial Agriculture. We looking for a Lecturer in Entrepreneurial Agriculture (2 posts). The positions will be based in Narok County, Kenya Main Duties and Responsibilities Lecture planning, preparation and research in relation to entrepreneurial agriculture Teaching and evaluating relevant subjects in the students’ discipline areas Consistently checking and assessing students’ work Proactively organizing extra-curricular activities in the college to bring in a practical and visual learning process Assessing students in all areas taught Setting, moderating and invigilating examinations Supervising students’ projects and growth process Actively sourcing for business opportunities for the students Integrate best teaching practices into classes Minimum Skills and Qualifications Required A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the related fields or a Higher Diploma in any of the related Agricultural disciplines Over three years teaching experience as a Lecturer Seven years as an entrepreneurial agriculturist Experience supervising students to completion and growth of their agricultural projects Ability to show merit and skill as reflected in previous work performance and results WE are delighted to have you join our journey to bring about change in the world. WE are proud and excited to have you as part of our team! WE sincerely thank all those who will apply, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please send your cover letter and resume (indicating your current salary) to infokenya@we.org on or before 14th June 2019. For more details on the organization visit: www.we.org [5/23, 20:41] Nelson Komba: Digital Marketing Job. Future Kenya Digital Marketing Jobs, Communication Jobs, Marketing Jobs, Future Kenya Jobs Are you young passionate with an interest in sales and marketing, do you have a higher diploma or degree in marketing, and knowledge of selling software? For the first three months you will be given small upkeep with training. Skills Content and marketing Social media specialist Analytics;-Assess sales process Target lists for email marketing Evaluate new technology Generate business reports and digital campaigns. Understand trends in Digital marketing. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) Keen to understand how search engines find and sorts websites. Understand how traffic gets to your website. Communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale. Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person via telephone calls and emails. Cold calling to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business. Responding to incoming email and phone enquiries. Negotiate the terms of agreement and closing sales. Challenging any objections to get the customer to buy. Meeting his sales targets. Getting a clear understanding of customers’ businesses and requirements. Providing customers with quotations. Age group 21-29 STRICTLY! DO NOT apply if you are studying or intend to study further. Qualifications Diploma or degree in marketing Experience: Medium level How to Apply Apply here info@futurekenya.com as well copy reception@futurekenya.com APPLICATION STATUS: URGENT!!! [5/23, 20:42] Nelson Komba: http://bit.ly/2WbSc4l Accountant and more vacancies at Safaricom [5/23, 20:42] Nelson Komba: Looking for a competent and experienced administrative assistant with hands on front office management and clerical support skills for technical department Required Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in secretarial field. Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English. Excellent typing speed and accuracy in typing. Excellent knowledge Microsoft office software. Experience in consultancy / construction firm is advantageous. Knowledge of project processes desirable. Essential Ability to liaise with a wide variety of staff and clients at all levels. Able to act on own initiative and http://bit.ly/2I7hCG9

[fiftyshadesor]

@rachieskarsten "BTS 📸. What an honor to be a part of @wemovement's #WEareCanada 150 year celebration amongst so many Canadians I deeply respect & admire. For more information on how YOU can get involved in change for good (of all kinds!) go to www.WE.org" #FiftyShadesofGrey #Andrea #Reign

[piuswong]

Pictured in the cover art is Vinesh Kannan, cofounder of Omnipointment, along with myself.

Mentioned in this episode:  

• SXSW Edu: http://sxswedu.com/

• WE: https://www.we.org/

• AP WE (CS + service learning): https://advancesinap.collegeboard.org/initiatives/ap-we-service

• CS4All NYC: https://csnyc.org/our-work/cs4all

• Kahoot: https://getkahoot.com/

• GLICODE and Pocky: http://cp.glico.jp/glicode/en/

• Puzzlets from Digital Dreamlabs: https://www.digitaldreamlabs.com/

• PolyBot hydroponic system by Poly: http://mypolybot.com/

• Trashbots: https://www.trashbots.org/

• Kuri robot: https://www.heykuri.com/

• Open Source Skateboards: http://www.opensourceboards.com/

• Panoform VR creation tools: http://www.panoform.com/

• Science with Tom: https://www.youtube.com/user/tomcfad

• Ominpointment platform for group projects: https://www.omnipointment.com/

• Project Paradigm: http://www.projectparadigm.org/

• Explo: https://www.explo.org/

• MIT Independent Activities Period: http://web.mit.edu/iap/

• No Boundaries USA: http://www.nobarriersusa.org/

• Expanding Yor Horizons symposium for girls, supported by No Barriers: http://nocoeyh.wix.com/home

• ChickTech: https://chicktech.org/

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Deputy HOD Clinical Medicine & Surgery Job in Kenya 2019

Deputy HOD Clinical Medicine & Surgery Job in Kenya 2019

Deputy Head of Department, Clinical Medicine & Surgery Job Vacancy in Kenya June 2019 Career Vacancy : WE Kenya Job Description

Employment Opportunity : Clinical Medicine & Surgery Job Recruitment

Deputy Head of Department, Clinical Medicine & Surgery

About WE

WE is a movement that believes when we come together we can create an even better world. WE makes it easy for you to get involved –…

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WE Charity Economic Empowerment Coordinator Job 2018

WE Charity Economic Empowerment Coordinator Job 2018

WE Charity Economic Empowerment Coordinator Job in Narok County, Kenya

WE Charity

Job Title: Economic Empowerment Coordinator

About WE:WE is a movement that believes when we come together we can create an even better world. WE makes it easy for you to get involved – whether at home, school or work – by offering resources to help you create positive social change in your community and around…

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Blog Post #7 – Team Members for Ecological Concern

My ecological concern is the lack of clean drinking water throughout indigenous communities across Canada.

The team members that can best assist me in educating, supporting and advocating for this cause are as follows:

1.    Autumn Peltier – Clean water activist for indigenous communities and Chief Water Commissioner of Anishinabek Nation. https://www.facebook.com/Waterwarrior1/

 2.    Warren Brown – Water operator for indigenous communities; Warren has won water operator of the year. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-44961490

 3.    Denise Hammond – Educator, feminist, activist, unionist, WE club co-founder, and community builder. https://twitter.com/denisenhammond

 4.    Elizabeth May – Party Leader of the Green Party; vouches to provide safe and clean drinking water for first nations communities. https://twitter.com/ElizabethMay

 5.    Daniel Green – Deputy Leader of the Green Party; Mr. Green has worked for more than 30 years on the issue of toxic substances in the environment, including the contamination of waterways. https://www.facebook.com/DanielGreen.PVC/

Sources:

 WE, Thirsty for Change, https://www.we.org/en-CA/we-stories/local-impact/calgary-students-confront-water-issues-in-canada, Accessed on: 26 August 2019

 CBC, Laced with Fear: Why Some Ontario First Nations Don’t Trust Tap Water or Eat the Fish, 01 April 2019, https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/water-series-london-ontario-1.5070397, Accessed on: 26 August 2019

 Green Party of Canada, 3.2 Water Protection and Conservation, https://www.greenparty.ca/en/policy/vision-green/environment/water, Accessed on: 26 August 2019