Games and gaming have always been an important part of society and culture. Within the last 35 years, due to numerous technology innovations, electronic games in many formats haven’t only become ubiquitous in each day recreational life but have also permeated many professional fields and disciplines for multiple purposes including teaching and learning. The Handbook of Research on Effective Electronic Gaming in Education presents a framework for understanding games for educational purposes while providing a broader sense of current related research. Compiling over 50 groundbreaking research studies from leading international authorities in the field, this advanced and uniquely comprehensive reference is a must-have for academic and research libraries and for all those interested in expanding their theoretical and practical knowledge of the exciting field of electronic gaming.

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Make one fantasy come true Leave those mythical monsters alone for a minute and consider this. What if you had a really kickass PC that would let youcompletelyexperience the game? What if it included every feature you’ve dreamed of-a motherboard designed exclusively for gaming, top-notch video and sound cards, the fastest processor? What if another gamer could instruct you to build it yourself, without spending a Jedi’s ransom? What if you buy this book, turn to page 1, and get started! Expert instructions for * Planning your PC * Setting your budget * Deciding where to shop for parts * Choosing a processor, memory, motherboard, sound and video cards, and the rest * Selecting speakers, a monitor, and a case * Assembling the PC * Installing the OS and software * Hooking up to a game network

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MusicSkins Paramore – Brand New Eyes – Gaming Skins,Accessories for Unisex: MusicSkins are available for the Sony PSP Sony PSP Slim Sony PSP 300 Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DS Lite. MusicSkins are made of premium vinyl which will defend your device from the harshest scratches. The special adhesive isabsolutelyremovable and leaves no residue so you can easily switch or remove your MusicSkins. MusicSkins add nearly zero bulk so your device will still integrate perfectly with any case bag dock iTrip or armband. This is a dropship item. This item will be shipped directly from the manufacturer. Any questions regarding this item, please contact the brand directly. Below is the contact informationEmail: info@music-skins.com, Phone: 646-827-4271, Address: 24 15th St. Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY, 11215

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Included on the back of the case is a pass-through for use on any telescopic luggage handle and an simple access pocket with Velcro closure.

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What a recliner! This is a new style, that comes with an extra thick cushion!

This measures 60″ length x 36″ (arm width)x 41 1/2″ tall. The back is 32″ tall and the seat is 22″ deep x 21″ across. It reclines to many positions and settles where you choose. Notice the continuance to the footrest. This swivels, reclines and looks sleek. These don’t rock…I interpret coloring as more of a rich black color. They are made with leatherette which is an upholstery vinyl. Although these are used mostly in homes, many, many customers use these in their RV’s and trailers. These don’t rock, but do spin completelyaround to view any direction! They do fit through the doorway in order to be assembled inside. Note: These don’t bolt to the floor of RV Motorhomes or Trailers.

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Didj Custom Gaming System Introducing Didj – the first-ever gaming handheld that lets you customize both the gaming and learning. Designed for grade schoolers aged 6 to 10 years, the Didj system offers the action-packed, high-resolution gameplay that children expect, combined with the robust learning you trust LeapFrog to deliver. But the Didj handheld also connects to thepersonal to offer something no other system has offered: truly customizable gameplay and curriculum. Kids can play and learn anywhere with characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, Star Wars and more popular shows, and then go onlineto trade the points they have earned for modifications to the game worlds, moves, sound effects, music and more. They can even create their own Didji characters in theon the webDidjerator. Kids and parents can also shape the learningon the webby choosing the math and spelling skills they had like the games to focus on. Multiplication hard to master? Kids can choose(more…)

Powering your mobile devices is now easy and simple using a Kensington Notebook Power Adapter (or the USB port on your notebook) and USB Power Tip. Just by switching out the tip you can charge your mobile or smartphone, iPod®, MP3 player and many other mobile devices it’s that easy. Contains Power Tips and USB retractable cord.

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* Do you ever skip dinner to complete that “impossible” level? * Have you ever tossed your keyboard out the window after losing a game, or swung your controller around because you lost that power up? * Would you like to learn aTiny bit about the underground world of emulation? If you answered yes to any of the above, this book was meant for you. With an insider’s look at how people interact with the games and with each other, Radford Castro’s tales of gaming are almost as fun as playing the games themselves.

About the Author
Radford Castro is a writer from Vallejo, California. For more than two decades, he has followed the gaming industry and participated in video game tournaments. He has also written short stories about video games for several popular gaming sites and message boards.

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Interactive Multimedia Boom Chair 2.0

The chair that everyone is speaking about. CBS, FOX, and Time magazine have been buzzing about this interactive multimedia chair. What an best gift.

Feel sound rumble through your body with the Boom Chair. This interactive multimedia chair is the ultimate add-on accessory for game systems, home theater, MP3 players and more. Immerse yourself in sound as you interact with every crash and explosion or experience your favorite video games and movies in a whole new way. Just connect any device’s headphone-out jack to this chair; adjust the internal amplifier’s output to your liking, and sit back and be wowed by the tactile sensations.

The Boom Chair works with video game systems, MP3 players, home theater systems, CD players, DVD Players, and computers.

Audio Specs:

2 – 3″ coaxial mid-high speakers @ 10W 4 ohms
1 – 5″ Tube Construction Sub Woofer, 30W
1 – 20″ Vibration Pad
1 – 12V AC/DC UL Listed Power Adapter
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The Hasbro Net Jet Online Gaming System turns your gamer’s homepersonal into a full-screen video game and gives them a versatile and easy-to-use game controller for maximum playing enjoyment. The Net Jet Online Gaming System issuggested for gamers age eight and older. The Net Jet controller plugs directly into a PC via a USB cord. View larger. View Side – Back. The controller features a small joystick and a diamond-pattern set of buttons. View larger. Plug In and Play a Range of Games Freeing gamers from the limitations of mouse clicking and keyboard controls, the Net Jet controller plugs directly into a PC through a USB cord and provides a small joystick, round multidirectional button, and diamond-pattern set of buttons to open up play on a wide range of game styles. This (more…)