Esports Course Sequence
Esports Fundamentals
Course Description
Esports Fundamentals is designed to be implemented as curricular or co-curricular content at the middle school level. The content has been deliberately developed to expand the learner’s knowledge of esports and provide project-based learning opportunities. The materials further expose learners to esports-specific knowledge and task them to apply the concepts outside of esports. Upon completing Esports Fundamentals, learners will have a deeper understanding of the esports industry and future career opportunities.
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:
- 61 Course Hours
- Lesson Plans for Instructor
- Gradebook Integration
- Activities and Assessments
- CTE Aligned
