A Conversation with Kalam Neale // Head of Education, British Esports Federation

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The Academy of Esports

James O'Hagan

144 episodes

5 hours ago

The Academy of Esports podcast serves as the axis for a revolving series of conversations about the innovations, opportunities, challenges, and adventures to be found at the intersection of esports and education. Host James O’Hagan and his guests go beyond the games each week to explore how responsibly crafted scholastic esports programs can redefine athletic culture, diversify opportunities for student participation, increase career and collegiate scholarship opportunities, and honor the importance of play. This is a great podcast for students, educators, parents, and industry advocates.

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A Conversation with Kalam Neale // Head of Education, British Esports Federation

The Academy of Esports

41 minutes 18 seconds

2 years ago

A Conversation with Kalam Neale // Head of Education, British Esports Federation

As Head of Education at British Esports, Kalam focusses on delivering growth and development of esports in education across the UK and beyond.

The recipient of the prestigious Pearson National Teaching Award for his outstanding commitment to digital innovation, Kalam, an experienced teacher, educator and educational leader previously served as Esports Programme Lead at Barnsley College, where he co-wrote the Esports BTEC (Business and Technical Education Council) in association with Pearson and British Esports. In this episode, we dive into the BTECs and their impact in on students in the UK.

Kalam Neale // Twitter // LinkedIn

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Sponsor // LeagueSpot

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) You may email any questions or topic suggestions to contact@taoesports.com.

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