The ,油a forward-thinking event for K-12 and higher education academic, technology, development, athletic and esports leaders, announced five distinct learning tracks for the inaugural event, being held油Oct. 19-21, 2020, at the Hilton Chicago. The tracks will assist K-12 and higher education leaders and professionals in choosing which sessions to attend, whether they are launching an esports program or looking for ways to expand their current program.
AECE 2020 will feature knowledgeable academic and油esports油leaders providing essential guidance in a highly collaborative and professionally facilitated environment focused on attendees’ distinct needs. More than 50 sessions will be offered during the conference in the following tracks:
Starting Up:油Giving those new to油esports油a window into how to launch a successful program at the K-12 or higher education levels. Attendees will gain insight on a variety of topics including planning an油esports油space; budgeting and油fundraising; hiring the right faculty; implementing technology; and forming partnerships to help get their油esports油programs off the ground.
Advanced Level:油Designed for attendees that have created an油esports油program with a goal to bring it to the next level. Sessions will include presentations by K-12 and higher education leaders involved in building top油esports油programs in the country.
Academic Development:油Focusing on the油esports-STEM connection, this track will highlight the power of game-based learning, plus the critical and strategic thinking methods that work well to connect油esports油and education.
Infrastructure/Technology:油Experts and solution providers will help attendees at all stages of their油esports油program learn how to construct their油esports油facility from equipment to budgeting, to油cybersecurity油and more.
Emerging Trends:油This track will explore the newest equipment, the global impact of油esports, professional opportunities ahead for students, the future of leagues and associations, and more.
“By offering five unique tracks, we are able to deliver a breadth of invaluable information on油esports油and education to a wide range of attendees – from those just starting up to those who are seeking more advanced solutions,” said油Chris Burt, Conference Co-Chair, Academic油Esports油Conference & Expo. “More than 50 experts will provide cutting-edge insight and best practices that can be implemented in school districts, colleges and universities.”
The inaugural AECE will bring together a unique mix of education, technology and video gaming experts for in-depth learning sessions, hands-on training and networking with peers and exhibitors. The Expo Hall will showcase top油esports油solution providers and allow attendees to get hands-on experience with technologies and services available.
Registration is now open. Professionals registering by油June 5, 2020, can take advantage of up to $500油off on-site rates. Media members can apply for press passes to the event. For more information and to register, visit油.
