Unlock Learning: Gaming is the Secret Weapon for Students
Season 6: New Voices, New Perspectives
Over the past five seasons of The Gamers Change Lives Podcast, we’ve shared the stories of over 100 guests from across the globe, each one showcasing how esports is transforming lives by creating new jobs and opportunities. From entrepreneurs to players, to industry leaders, we've seen firsthand how gaming is more than just a pastime, it’s a powerful force for change.
In Season 6, we’re doing something exciting: we’re handing over the mic to a diverse group of guest hosts. Each of these hosts will bring their own unique perspective and tell stories from their personal worlds, offering fresh insights into how esports is creating jobs, changing lives, and shaping the future of work in ways we might not have imagined.
This season is all about exploring new angles, broadening our reach, and bringing more voices into the conversation. Get ready for stories that are different, yet aligned with our core message: Play Games, Create Jobs, Change Lives!
Guest host: Calino Calebson, CEO of Ace Gamers Esports in Ghana.
Meet Caleb Agbenyega, he is our first guest host of the Gamers Change Lives podcast, who also goes by his media personality name ‘Calino Calebson’, and is from Ghana. He is the CEO and founder of Ace Gamers Esports and the president of the Africa Champions League.
We were fortunate to have him as a guest in Season 5, and soon realized he has more stories to tell. We are very excited to have him on board.
Season 6, Episode 10
Summary
In this episode, Skyler Scarlett, founder of GameClass, discusses his journey from cryotherapy to the world of educational technology through gaming. He emphasizes the importance of using eSports as a tool for learning, highlighting how video games can teach essential skills such as communication, strategy, and decision-making. Skyler shares insights on the positive reception of educational gaming in schools, the potential for monetization in the eSports industry, and his vision for expanding Game Class into new markets, including Ghana. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced in promoting educational gaming and the transformative power of engaging students through their interests in gaming.
Takeaways
- Skyler Scarlett has been an entrepreneur for 15 years, focusing on education through gaming.
- GameClass transforms any video game into educational content.
- Esports can teach valuable skills like communication and strategy.
- Skyler's experience on Shark Tank helped shape his entrepreneurial journey.
- The importance of engaging students in learning through their interests.
- Game Class is expanding its reach to 12 countries, including South Africa.
- Educational gaming can improve participation and learning outcomes in schools.
- Skyler encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to strive for excellence in their fields.
- Networking and AI are crucial tools for success in the eSports industry.
- Skyler is committed to making educational gaming accessible in Ghana.
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Featured in this episode:
Skyler Scarlett
Skyler Scarlett is the Founder and CEO of GameClass, a global education technology company transforming the world’s most popular video games into interactive classroom lessons and student projects. After founding and exiting his first wellness business and appearing twice on Shark Tank, Skyler turned his lifelong passion for gaming into a movement for learning.
GameClass is now active in over a dozen countries and used by thousands of educators to teach core subjects like math, science, social studies, and financial literacy, all through games students already love. The platform’s patent-pending system converts recorded gameplay clips into interactive, standards-aligned lessons enhanced by AI overlays and analytics.
Skyler’s mission is simple yet powerful: to prove that video games can be one of the most effective learning tools in history. His work bridges the gap between education and entertainment, empowering teachers, students, and creators to use gaming for good.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skylerscarlett
Website: https://www.gameclass.ai/
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