Our Curriculum
Information about our easy-peazy slow-paced learn how to be a gamer for Seniors curriculum!
Information about our Curriculum
📘 Program Overview
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Title: Level Up: Senior eSports Academy
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Goal: Empower seniors to play, compete, and connect through video games.
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Duration: 12-week program (flexible)
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Format: 2 sessions/week (90 min each) – mix of lecture, hands-on play, and group activity
Key Principles
Fun first, competition second
No shame in learning slow
Celebrate milestones (first win, first stream, etc.)
Use games as a social tool
Rewards
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🧓 Module 1: Introduction to Gaming
Weeks 1-2: Understanding the World of eSports
- What is gaming? What is eSports?
- History of gaming (from Pong to today)
- Popular game genres (FPS, puzzle, strategy, simulation)
- Senior-friendly games (e.g., Mario Kart, Wii Sports, Fortnite Zero Build, Rocket League, Tetris Effect)
Activities
Try a few beginner games
Watch a live esports match together
Share personal gaming history
Rewards
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🕹️ Module 2: Getting Comfortable with Technology
Weeks 3-4: Game Onboarding & Hardware Training
PC vs Console vs Mobile
Using a controller/keyboard/mouse
Setting up user profiles and accounts
Accessibility settings: large fonts, contrast, slow modes
Activities
- Practice using game menus and options
- Customize accessibility features
- Mini “Tech Confidence” quiz and rewards
Rewards
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👾 Module 3: Game Mechanics & Strategy
Weeks 5-6: Skills & Smarts
- Understanding game objectives, scoring, roles
- Communication in team games (using headsets, in-game chat)
- Reflex drills, map awareness, and strategy basics
Activities
Game-specific training in Overwatch, Rocket League, or Among Us
Solo and co-op challenges
Group review with replay footage
Rewards
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💬 Module 4: Community & Culture
Weeks 7-8: Playing Together
Game etiquette and online behavior
Forming teams and playing matches
Streaming basics (Twitch, YouTube)
Finding online communities for Seniors
Activities
- Create a team name and logo
- Join a scrimmage or casual league
- Participate in a team-building game night
Rewards
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🏆 Module 5: Competitive eSports Training
Weeks 9-10: Leveling Up
- Advanced game strategies
- Practicing under pressure
- Reviewing matches and improving
- Healthy habits for gaming (breaks, ergonomics)
Activities
Coach-led practice matches
Game film analysis
Team scrim with commentary
Rewards
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🎉 Module 6: Tournament & Celebration
Weeks 11-12: Let’s Compete!
Organize and run a local/in-house tournament
Invite family and community to watch
Activities
- eSports Showcase Event
- Certificate of Completion
- Signup for ongoing gaming club
Rewards
- Best Teammate
- MVP
- Most Improved
📂 Optional Add-Ons
Weeks 11-12: Let’s Compete!
- Travel Club for Gaming Conventions
- Senior Gaming League Formation
- Weekly Game Nights (post-program)
- Instructor Certification Program
Activities
- Misc
- Misc
- Misc
Rewards
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