SXSW EDU 2019

Esports & the Scholar Gamer

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Esports is exploding across the world, and schools need to fully embrace esports to realize the benefits beyond the games. By understanding the concept of the "Scholar Gamer," esports can revolutionize schools in five unique ways. The games are simply the medium to a much greater educational experience for your students. In this session, learn more about the "Scholar Gamer" and the five unique ways esports can revolutionize your school's approach to engaging your students in their learning.


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Takeaways

  1. Learn about the remarkable and powerful ideas behind the concept of the "Scholar Gamer."
  2. Learn about the five unique ways esports can revolutionize your school's approach to engaging your students in their learning.
  3. Learn why not embracing the concept of the Scholar Gamer and esports will potentially limit lucrative college and career options for your students.

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James O'Hagan, Dir of Digital & Virtual Learning, Library Svcs, & Esports Advocate, Racine Unified School District


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  • Tags: career
  • Event: SXSW EDU
  • Format: Future20
  • Track: K-12 Education
  • Session Focus Area
  • Level: Deep Understanding


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