Esports Course Sequence
Navigating Esports in the Digital Age
Course Description
This course is designed to address the key stakeholders in esports and introduce the social mechanisms they have implemented to overcome obstacles. Learners will be challenged to evaluate current issues in gaming, esports, and society, and how they impact various populations and themselves. Within the course, learners will begin to critically examine the esports ecosystem and engage in conversations and problem-solving sessions with peers. Once the learners critically analyze the industry, they explore their relationship with themselves and others to safely establish ethical online connections and promote well-being.
Key Points
- Learners gain a foundational understanding of esports, how it differs from gaming, and why it has become a global industry.
- Exploration of the cultural, social, and economic impact of gaming and esports across generations.
- A deep dive into the decades-long progression from early competitive gaming to today’s professional leagues and global events.
- Examination of how esports transformed into a multi-billion-dollar global phenomenon driven by technology, media, and community engagement.
- Analysis of publishers, teams, leagues, sponsors, broadcasters, platforms, event organizers, and technology partners that shape the industry.
- Identification of workforce opportunities including broadcast production, event management, marketing, game development, business operations, technology, and more.
This course includes:
- 94 Course Hours
- Lesson Plans for Instructor
- Gradebook Integration
- Activities and Assessments
- CTE Aligned
