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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-038818515564.mit-edu.top/post/2615438709">Temporal Dynamics of Skill Acquisition in Esports Athletes</a></h2>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-038818515564.mit-edu.top/post/6702418953">AI-Powered Adaptive Augmentation in Mixed Reality Games</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This research investigates the cognitive benefits of mobile games, focusing on how different types of games can enhance players’ problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and critical thinking. The study draws on cognitive psychology, educational theory, and game-based learning research to examine how game mechanics, such as puzzles, strategy, and role-playing, promote higher-order thinking. The paper evaluates the potential for mobile games to be used as tools for educational development and cognitive training, particularly for children, students, and individuals with cognitive impairments. It also considers the limitations of mobile games in fostering cognitive development and the need for a balanced approach to game design.</p>
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