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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://247190.mit-edu.top/post/8345607912">Understanding the Role of Competence and Autonomy in Player Retention: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective</a></h2>
  221.                            <p class="info">This paper explores the use of mobile games as educational tools, assessing their effectiveness in teaching various subjects and skills. It discusses the advantages and limitations of game-based learning in mobile contexts.</p>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://247190.mit-edu.top/post/7639402851">The Role of Digital Twins in Personalized Mobile Gaming Experiences</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study investigates the impact of mobile gaming on neuroplasticity and brain development, focusing on how playing games affects cognitive functions such as memory, attention, spatial navigation, and problem-solving. By integrating theories from neuroscience and psychology, the research explores the mechanisms through which mobile games might enhance neural connections, especially in younger players or those with cognitive impairments. The paper reviews existing evidence on brain training games and their efficacy, proposing a framework for designing mobile games that can facilitate cognitive improvement while considering potential risks, such as overstimulation or addiction, in certain populations.</p>
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  254.                                    <strong>Lisa Walker</strong>
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