Summary Of The Barbarian Sublimation
In season two episode three, “The Barbarian Sublimation” of the The Big Bang Theory, the use of technology is identified as an immersed distraction from society. The show itself revolves around socially awkward physicists, Sheldon and Leonard, who learn about the outside world once a woman named Penny moves in next door. In this specific episode, however, Sheldon introduces Penny to an online game called the “Age of Conan” on her computer after being locked out of her apartment. After being acquainted with the online community, Penny becomes addicted to “Age of Conan” and constantly bothers Sheldon for advice on how to advance to higher levels. The episode identifies how computers and online gaming technologies combine to create a connection
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According to Sneyd “playing of video games improves cognitive function and performance by combining the higher cognitive function of the cerebrum with the muscle memory housed in the cerebellum providing a platform for enhanced learning capabilities” (Sneyd, “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education”). Also, the author in “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education” describes examples of help to PTSD victims through virtual reality games, and also assist in reviving some of the elderly’s multitasking skills. By saying this, Sneyd describes how gaming builds conceptual skills which can lead to higher performance in all ages whether it be basic functions or achievement in an educational setting. On the other hand, computers can give off negative effects such as having “addictive qualities and deprioritizing of school work” (Sneyd, “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education”). Basically, virtual worlds can lead to distraction and creating problems instead of solving them, evident in The Big Bang Theory where the game affects Penny negatively. She establishes an addictive pattern of drinking energy drinks to allow her to stay awake and alert through the night, and repetitively skips work to play “Age of
According to Sneyd “playing of video games improves cognitive function and performance by combining the higher cognitive function of the cerebrum with the muscle memory housed in the cerebellum providing a platform for enhanced learning capabilities” (Sneyd, “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education”). Also, the author in “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education” describes examples of help to PTSD victims through virtual reality games, and also assist in reviving some of the elderly’s multitasking skills. By saying this, Sneyd describes how gaming builds conceptual skills which can lead to higher performance in all ages whether it be basic functions or achievement in an educational setting. On the other hand, computers can give off negative effects such as having “addictive qualities and deprioritizing of school work” (Sneyd, “Believe the hype! How video games are changing education”). Basically, virtual worlds can lead to distraction and creating problems instead of solving them, evident in The Big Bang Theory where the game affects Penny negatively. She establishes an addictive pattern of drinking energy drinks to allow her to stay awake and alert through the night, and repetitively skips work to play “Age of