DURHAM, N.C. — Educators, researchers, game developers and industry professionals gathered at Duke University Aug. 5–7 for the 19th annual Serious Play Conference, exploring how games and interactive technology can be used in education, healthcare, research and social change.
Held at Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering, the three-day conference featured more than 120 speakers and 80 sessions, along with workshops, demonstrations, panels, networking opportunities and playable digital, tabletop and virtual reality experiences.
Among the presenters was Javon Goard, M.S., who led a session titled “Black Joy Within Gaming Culture.” His presentation highlighted Black experiences and representation within gaming and was part of a conference that brought together a diverse community of creators, educators and professionals…