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January 23, 2024

Games are good for cognitive development. Often seen just as a source of entertainment, video games have much more to offer, especially in enhancing various skills.

January 19, 2024

I’ve been wrong about many things in life. I was wrong about selling the stock I’d bought in Amazon back in 2001, (Hey, I’d made a 28% gain… but if I would have just held I would have made a 327,468% gain), I was wrong about not asking Joelle Finley to the 8th grade dance (I thought she was out of my league and later learned she was secretly hoping for me to ask her and instead she went with Goofy Gary Gibbons and I went with Nine-Toe Nancy Bledger… it turned out to be a tragic and rueful night), and, well… let’s just say that I have a list of things where I flat out believed one thing and it turned out that the reality was entirely different.Society has done this, too. Particularly when it comes to the misconceptions about video games. Lots of fearful parents, educators and lawmakers shot from the hip and rushed to judgment with one idea about video games (and the industry) but now that some smoke has cleared, we see how these misperceptions turned out to be quite off base. Here are 5 misconceptions about video games and the actual reality underpinning the truth.

October 20, 2023

As the co-founder of the US Academic Esports League, I’ve been asked, “So what is the difference between an academic esports league and a ‘regular’ esports league?”

March 7, 2024

In our “Guide to Securing an Esports Scholarship,” we share actionable steps you can take today, to unlock college and scholarship opportunities for your students. If you’re interested in harnessing the academic and collegiate benefits of esports early on, now is the best time to invest in a comprehensive Esports program at your school or district. 

December 12, 2023

The grant, exclusively available to high schools in the United States, is designed to bolster the future of high school and collegiate esports

November 16, 2023

As educators, one of the most critical elements of providing a successful education is student engagement. Yes, the trope of students not liking school still persists, but it doesn’t have to. 

October 7, 2023

For most students worldwide, gaming is a beloved pastime. But what if we told you that their favorite games could be a pathway to unlocking college and career opportunities in STEM? The United States Academic Esports League (USAEL) believes in the potential of gaming to enhance learning and can help your students harness the positive academic benefits of esports. Let’s explore how the world of gaming and esports introduces students to an expansive realm of careers in Esports and STEM, from engineering to the medical field and data analysis.

August 11, 2023

In the fast-paced digital era, video games have captured the hearts of many elementary school students. As educators, you may often wonder how to harness this passion for gaming and transform it into a positive and educational experience. Look no further!

August 9, 2023

The United States Academic Esports League (USAEL) has released a cross-disciplinary curriculum designed to seamlessly blend the excitement of gaming with enriching educational experiences for elementary students.

August 7, 2023

The United States Academic Esports League (USAEL) has announced the launch of an innovative new curriculum designed to revolutionize elementary education through the power of gaming. "Elementary Esports: Through The Ages With Minecraft," is a brand new program that combines the immersive world of Minecraft with a turn-key, academic curriculum and interactive components.

May 16, 2023

Mastery Coding, education experts creating cutting-edge curriculum, and Rally Cry, esports veterans with decades of experience, are coming together to announce the launch of the United States Academic Esports League (USAEL).

May 16, 2023

Through the use of esports, Robby LaPlante, a teacher at Gilbert Public Schools, has begun utilizing his esports classroom as a CTE pathway for students.

March 23, 2023

In a partnership between LAUSD’s Beyond the Bell and the United States Academic Esports League (USAEL), we're excited to share with you some initial information on the Battle of the Bell - an Esports Program that will bring competition, learning and fun to the BTB community.

January 6, 2023

Just like with traditional sports, esports offers many revenue sources for their players. Discover the top 5 most common ways that video game athletes can make a living.

December 28, 2022

You’ve decided that you want to start up an esports team in your school. After reviewing the benefits of academic esports you’re confident the addition of competitive gaming will positively impact your school. Now that your heart is set on creating a new team, you wonder, “Now what?”Fear not, esports pioneer, we’ve laid out the stepping stones to make your journey easy. Use the steps below to guide you in forming your very own esports team:

December 28, 2022

Have you ever had a bad day of gaming? No matter how hard you try on a day like this, it feels like you're making mistakes and losing over and over. You start to question what's wrong with the game, the other players, or even you. The actual reason might surprise you: it's likely that you haven't been taking care of yourself.

December 8, 2022

Your team is finally assembled. This group of yours is impressive, filled with a diverse collection of athletes. Each member brings unique strengths, and you’re confident you’ll finally be able to place in tournaments after a bit of preparation. The first practice is flawless, but you can’t help but wonder, “How can I make sure my team succeeds?”