OL 751
Online LearningGaming and Gender: The Digital Divide (Degree Level)
This degree elective breadth course combines the study of digital games and psychological, sociological, cultural, aesthetic and literary influences characteristic in online gaming. Students explore parallels between modern societal values related to gender and those occurring in the gaming world. Through experiential learning opportunities involving gameplay, students examine a variety of elements and how they converge or diverge from socio-cultural norms. This is a degree level General Elective that is approved for BSCN students only.
Registration
Upcoming Sessions
Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.
- OnlineOpen
SEP 08-DEC 15
- Reference number
- CRN 11531
Course fee$401.86
Course Materials
Course Textbooks
The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.
Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.
- Required Textbook
All Material either public domain or embedded in online course.
Course CodeSE-LSO430Registration CodeCF-OL751
Online Learning
How this course is delivered
This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.
Learn Anytime
No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.
Weekly Structure
Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.
Multimedia Content
Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.
Instructor Support
Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.
Independent Learning
It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.
Time Commitment
Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.