Video games: Saying less?

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Some experts believe the rising use of video games, television, and other electronic media is affecting national literacy and problem-solving abilities among young Americans. However, a Federation of American Scientists report has called on the US government to research the education and workforce-training potential of video games, and urged the educators to develop educational materials around content-rich games and develop tests to find out what students learn in games.

Psychological aspects, Americans

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Video games: Libraries log on

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Libraries in the US are increasingly offering video gaming events to children and teenagers, and younger librarians are trying to persuade colleagues that video games are a legitimate part of a library's mission. A task force of the Young Adult Library Services Association is examining whether to recommend video games for teens alongside its annual list of recommended books.

Public affairs, Services information, Libraries, Libraries and Archives, Social aspects, Services

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