Since 2024, Drew Davidson has been conducting an exploratory qualitative study on the international fields of play. Through questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and community participation, he has been exploring the current state of the fields around play, like games, mixed reality, theatre, sports, music, child psychology, etc. The concept of play is rather broad and diverse: from social studies, to heath and enjoyment, to education and learning, to games and technology, and more. As such, this is less a focus on a discipline, and more an exploration of the extensive ideas around play, looking for patterns, commonalities, and differences across various areas amongst educational, industry, professional, foundation, and government groups involved in play. In this session, he will share stories of/by/for the fields of play, and attendees will be encouraged to contribute and share their own stories.
((Drew Davidson - Tuesday - In Person: CMU Campus))
