ESP 100 - Esports and Society

Career and Technical Credit Type
3 credit(s)

Gain knowledge of the principles of sociological study along with a broad overview of the sociological impact of the esports industry. The course provides an overview of the esports world and incorporates analytical skills for applying theoretical perspectives to deepen awareness and understanding of social processes linking sports to the larger social world. The course provides a variety of topics, including race, class, gender, media, politics, deviance, and globalization. Students will engage in a combination of academic reading, OER content, preparing the weekly assigned readings and exercises, participating in class discussions, to understand esports and society.

Course Learning Outcomes
Upon taking this course, students should be able to:

Identify the impact of Esports on global society.
Utilize various sociological theories to examine social behavior related to Esports.
Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between Esports and sports.