CANCELLED_Leveled-Up Learning: Using Esports to Teach Transferrable Skills and Career Readiness

The dynamic world of esports can be a powerful tool for teaching real-world skills and opening doors to diverse career pathways. This session explores how structured esports programs can foster critical thinking, communication, teamwork, leadership, and digital literacy - increasingly essential skills in today’s workforce. Beyond players and coaches, careers in the esports industry include roles in marketing, event organizing, broadcast production, content creation, digital media design, and more. Learn how educators, youth program leaders, and career development professionals can integrate esports into their curriculum or programming to engage students meaningfully while preparing them for opportunities in and beyond the gaming industry. Whether you're just starting or looking to enhance your current offerings, this session will provide actionable strategies, success stories, and resources to harness the full potential of esports as an educational and career development tool.