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A New Era for Esports Education in Japan

The Japan Esports Education Association (JeSEA) is excited to announce its inaugural International Esports Educators Seminar, aimed specifically at its members, which include schools, businesses, and individual participants. This seminar is scheduled to begin on May 16th, with applications for real-time participation due by May 14th. For those unable to attend live sessions, an archive of the presentations will be made available. Furthermore, registrations for hybrid participation or solely through archive access are accepted until the end of June.

Purpose of the Seminar

Globally, the need for training esports educators has become increasingly recognized since 2016. Through collaborative efforts involving various disciplines such as history, psychology, sports science, economics, management, law, computer science, and information technology, a robust curriculum for educators is being developed. JeSEA has actively participated in these discussions, and the outcomes are gradually forming a global standard. Additionally, there are movements in some countries towards national qualifications for esports athletes, paralleling the standardization efforts in esports curriculum for learners worldwide.

In Japan, however, the integration of esports into educational frameworks, including school programs and extracurricular activities, has gained momentum. This development has highlighted a critical shortage of qualified educators with expertise in the wide-reaching field of esports education. Responding to this need, JeSEA is leveraging its accumulated knowledge to conduct this seminar, covering essential domains such as education, psychology, physiology, management, and law.

The second seminar, scheduled for this autumn, will incorporate discussions on information technology and engineering.

Seminar Structure and Details

Invitation and Overview

The seminar features a combination of lectures from distinguished professionals in the field. Here’s a look at the schedule:

• - Day 1 (May 16): Introductory guidance and a lecture from Akira Baba, the chairperson of JeSEA, on the educational theories of esports.
• - Day 2 (May 23): Focus on the psychological and physical aspects of esports with lectures from Akiko Shibuya on the social psychology of digital games and Akira Hiramatsu discussing physical management in esports.
• - Day 3 (May 30): An examination of esports in a societal context, featuring lectures on esports marketing by Minoru Toriyama and an overview of esports law by Rinto Kobayashi.

Each day consists of two sessions, running from 3 PM to 6:30 PM JST, concluding with a total of six lecture slots throughout the seminar.

Application Process

The deadline for registration for live attendance is May 14. All seminars, including introductory explanations, will be held online, and recorded versions will be accessible for those unable to attend live.

Fees and Eligibility

Registration fees are set at 7,500 yen for professional members and 5,000 yen for students. Non-members must register for membership simultaneously; the membership fee is 10,000 yen for individuals.

Participants must be at least 18 years old and can include students from various educational backgrounds. All sessions will provide enhanced educational opportunities aligned with international standards (ISCED Level 6).

Supporting Organizations

The seminar is proudly supported by various companies and organizations, including GLOE, Keio Corporation, e-Stadium, and local esports associations across Japan. Notably, Koreas own Nongshim RedForce will also contribute, emphasizing the international collaboration inherent in esports.

JeSEA Overview

Established in October 2021, the Japan Esports Education Association is a non-profit organization focused on enhancing and spreading the educational significance of esports. Based in both Kanto and Kansai regions, JeSEA prioritizes international exchange and research initiatives. With various global partners across continents, the organization is committed to fostering a supportive environment for esports education.

For further details, questions, and to apply, please visit our dedicated seminar site at JeSEA Seminar or contact us via email at [email protected].