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Game Changers: High School Esports a Catalyst and Resource for STEM Education

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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 28

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Presenters

Scott Beiter

Science Teacher

Rensselaer City School District
@pentaclethra
@ScottABeiter

Scott is a veteran science teacher of 21 years and an HP Teaching Fellow. His passions include integrating games, pop culture, and fun into learning. Current projects involve using VR in the science classroom. He is a NYS Master Teacher Emeritus and president of the Empire State Scholastic Esports Federation. He streams at twitch.tv/sciencestreams

Session description

Esports transcends mere screen time, offering districts and communities a multitude of benefits through well-structured programs. This talk delves into the holistic advantages, from game design, mental health support, and the inclusivity, that such programs offer. Attendees will explore how esports extends beyond competition, fostering pathways to higher education and careers, integrating STEM initiatives, and fostering community. Drawing from diverse district experiences, including the presenter's own, this session aims to inspire attendees with actionable ideas to enact in their own districts.

Session specifications

Topic:

Esports

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

Subject area:

Career and technical education, STEM/STEAM

ISTE Standards:

For Education Leaders:
Visionary Planner

Engage education stakeholders in developing and adopting a shared vision for using technology to improve student success, informed by the learning sciences.

For Educators:
Citizen

Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.

For Students:
Digital Citizen

Students engage in positive, safe, legal and ethical behavior when using technology, including social interactions online or when using networked devices.

Game Changers: High School Esports a Catalyst and Resource for STEM Education

, Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 28

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