Esports in Education

Summary

Esports, with a global audience of over 540 million, is revolutionizing education and inspiring millions of students. It offers inclusion, with 80% of high school players participating in no other extracurriculars, and boosts academic performance. Esports integrates innovation into curricula, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and STEM skills. It also prepares students for college and careers, with 52.6% of athletes interested in science majors. Beyond players, it creates opportunities in live streaming, production, and social media, introducing students to diverse career paths. Logitech, a leading gaming gear brand, supports this community, partnering with teams and leagues to design gear that enhances performance and life skills.

Takeaways

• 🌐 Esports has a global viewership of over 540 million and a fanbase of 234 million gaming enthusiasts.
• 🎮 A significant majority of adolescents, including 96% of boys and 76% of girls, regularly play video games.
• 📈 The Esports industry is rapidly growing, offering competitive opportunities and career paths for students.
• 🏅 Over 5,000 varsity Esports athletes are part of 170 member schools, indicating a structured approach to Esports in education.
• 💰 U.S. colleges awarded more than $16 million in Esports scholarships last year, supporting high school team growth.
• 🏫 Esports contributes to education by promoting inclusion, with 80% of high school players not involved in other extracurriculars.
• 🤝 Participation in Esports can lead to better academic performance and social skills development.
• 💡 Esports is being integrated into school curriculums to foster creativity, problem-solving, and STEM skills.
• 🎓 Esports engagement can boost student interest in higher education and pave the way for college scholarships and careers.
• 🧠 52.6% of Esports athletes show interest in a college major within the 'Sciences' category.
• 👥 Beyond players, Esports in schools can create opportunities in live streaming, production, and other media roles.

Q & A

What is the global viewership of Esports?

Esports has over 540 million viewers worldwide.

How many gaming enthusiasts does Esports attract?

Esports has over 234 million gaming enthusiasts.

What percentage of boys and girls play video games regularly according to the script?

96% of boys and 76% of girls play video games regularly.

How many varsity Esports athletes are there across member schools in the U.S.?

There are more than 5,000 varsity Esports athletes spread across 170 member schools in the U.S.

What was the total amount of Esports scholarships awarded by U.S. colleges last year?

U.S. colleges awarded more than 16 million dollars in Esports scholarships last year.

How does Esports contribute to the education landscape?

Esports contributes to the education landscape by promoting inclusion, innovation, and preparation for college and career.

What percentage of high school Esports players are not involved in other extracurricular activities?

80% of high school Esports players aren't involved in other extracurriculars.

What does the script suggest about the academic performance of students who participate in extracurricular activities?

Students who participate in extracurricular activities are three times more likely to have a grade point average of 3.0 or better.

What percentage of Esports athletes are interested in pursuing a college major in the 'Sciences' category?

52.6% of Esports athletes are interested in pursuing a college major in the 'Sciences' category.

How does including Esports in schools benefit other students beyond the players?

Including Esports in schools opens up roles for other students in live streaming, production, editing and design, shoutcasting, and social media, introducing them to a wide range of careers.

What kind of support does Logitech offer for Esports programs?

Logitech offers support for all kinds of Esports programs, from wired to wireless, from beginner to pro, with durable, intuitive, and well-designed solutions.

What is Logitech's role in the Esports community?

Logitech is deeply involved in the Esports community, partnering with over 45 teams, multiple leagues, and top games across the world, and working alongside pro Esports players to design innovative gear.