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E-Sports and Education

May 14, 202046 minEp. 10
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Episode description

This week, the hosts talk about what they've done to pass the time during quarantine, and they focus on one of their favorite forms of entertainment: video games. E-Sports in particular are becoming a very popular form of entertainment and competition, and schools are not exempt from the trend. Kate and Chelsea cover gaming, streaming, competitive leagues, what e-sports look like as a career option, and more. Kate learns a fascinating fact about gorillas, and Chelsea is doing a bit of home improvement.

"The History and Evolution of E-Sports"

Wikipedia: E-Sports

"Why Esports in Schools is a Good Thing"

High School Esports League

PLAYVS High School League

"The biggest prize money winners in esports history"

"Is This the Most Virus-Proof Job in the World?"

Collegiate Varsity Esports Programs

NAC E-Sports

Professional Overwatch League

Gorillas Hum/Sing when they eat!

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