The EdGamer, Zack Gilbert, comes onto the podcast, and he is a fantastic guest. Zack's previous work on the EdReach Network goes back over ten years. He is a teacher at the Thomas Metcalf Laboratory School at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois, has incorporated a variety of games into his middle school curriculum, created a fantastic casual gaming environment, and now is also involved in developing esports programming at his school. The lessons from Zack are incredibly valuable, especially if you are considering bringing game based learning into the classroom. As you consider a casual gaming club, or a competitive esports environment, this episode is for you. Sit back and take a listen to this episode!
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Zack Gilbert (Website // LinkedIn // Twitter)
Meet the @EdGamer Zack Gilbert
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Esports is organized competitive video games allowing schools to redefine their athletic culture, diversify opportunities for student participation, promote physical and mental health, increase collegiate scholarship pathways, and play games! We cannot forget the importance of play!
James O'Hagan (LinkedIn // Twitter) is the Founder and Host of The Academy of Esports podcast.
The Academy of Esports (Website // Twitter)
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