Safely fostering your child’s interest in eSports
- Part 1 Safely fostering your child’s interest in eSports
- Part 2Fostering a positive online gaming culture for kids
Show Notes
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01:32The benefits of eSports for childreneSports offer a multitude of benefits, including improved technical skills such as hand-eye coordination and computer literacy. In addition, it provides opportunities to develop teamwork, communication skills, and resilience in the face of challenges.
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03:14Gaming and life skills buildingParents may underestimate the benefits of eSports for kids when looking in from the outside. However, gamers are actively participating in challenges with others that build teamwork, communication, and leadership skills in children.
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04:00Supporting your child's eSports journeyParents should play and research games with their kids to understand them better and make informed decisions about their participation in eSports. Factors like age appropriateness, online communication, in-game purchases, and budget should be considered in the decision process.
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07:01Popular video games among kids and teensFortnite, Roblox, and Minecraft are the top three most popular games among children. However, games like Call of Duty and GTA are played by younger children, even though they are not age-appropriate and are meant for teenagers.
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07:48Age appropriate online gaming and safety measuresParents should monitor and control their children's gaming choices to ensure age-appropriate content and safe interactions. Having meaningful conversations with kids about concepts like violence and the sharing of private information is critical, especially for younger children.
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10:58Casual gaming vs. eSportsGaming is a massive industry with casual and competitive sides. Casual gamers play for fun, while eSports involve teams practicing to master skills and competing at a professional level for potentially millions in prize money.
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"Gaming helps kids learn how to work in a team, communication skills, and how to navigate specific challenges and deal with challenges. You're not always winning, sometimes you are losing." - Ron Kerbs
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"With gaming, it doesn't look like kids are doing too much. But they're participating and taking part in challenges in teamwork. And that's something that parents should be aware of." - Ron Kerbs
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"Play the games your kids are interested in with them. You should talk with other parents and do your own research to make sure its age-appropriate and consider whether it allows them to communicate online." - Ron Kerbs
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"Have meaningful conversations with your kids and ensure theyre at an age that they can differentiate between what is in happening the game and what is happening in real life." - Ron Kerbs
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"90% of the boys and 70% of girls in the US play games, and the numbers are growing." - Ron Kerbs
- Part 1 Safely fostering your child’s interest in eSports
- Part 2Fostering a positive online gaming culture for kids
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Part 1Safely fostering your child’s interest in eSports
Ron Kerbs, Founder and CEO of Kidas, delves into online safety for children. While many parents worry about online gaming's impact on their children, eSports, a competitive gaming scene, offers surprising benefits. From fostering teamwork and communication to developing leadership skills, eSports can be a positive outlet for children. Today, Ron discusses how to safely foster your child's interests in eSports.
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Part 2Fostering a positive online gaming culture for kids
Ron Kerbs, Founder and CEO of Kidas, delves into online gaming and safety for children. The world of online gaming can be a double-edged sword for kids. While it offers opportunities for teamwork, strategy, and even creativity, it can also expose them to negativity, unhealthy habits, and potential dangers. Today, Ron discusses how to foster a positive online gaming culture for kids.
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