Document Type

Conference Paper

Publication Date

2024

Publication Title

Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference

Pages

1220-1224

Conference Name

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, March 25-29, 2024, Las Vegas, Nevada

Abstract

This study explores the potential of esports in workforce development, specifically for enhancing the communication and collaboration skills of Generation Z. As Generation Z enters the job market, a gap in necessary communication and collaboration skills has become evident. Esports, previously studied for its social skill development benefits (Nielson & Hanghoj, 2019), offers a unique platform for skill enhancement. Adopting a social constructivist framework (Shabani et al., 2010), this research investigates how esports participation can bridge this skill gap, crucial for career retention and progression. Through a mixed-method approach involving surveys and player evaluations, the study aims to assess skill changes over two months and explore demographic influences on these skills. Anticipated results include improved communication and collaboration among esports participants, with potential implications for educational and employment strategies targeting Generation Z. This research contributes to understanding innovative ways to prepare Generation Z for the workforce, highlighting esports as a valuable tool for skill development.

Rights

Copyright by AACE. Reprinted from, with permission of AACE (https://aace.org).

ORCID

0000-0002-5918-7952 (Bartlett)

Original Publication Citation

Gray, A. & Bartlett, J. (2024). Exploring the potential of utilizing esports in the development of workforce communication and collaboration skills. In J. Cohen & G. Solano (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (pp. 1220-1224). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/224120/

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