Listen to this story Members can listen to an AI-generated audio version of this article. 1.0x Audio narration uses an AI-generated voice. 0:00 0:00 Become a member to listen to this article Subscribe At London South East Colleges, one of our recent curriculum innovations has been the introduction of esports. When we launched this course in 2022, we knew young people were highly engaged in gaming and digital culture. However, turning that interest into a meaningful curriculum with clear progression opportunities was another matter. One of the earliest lessons we learned was that successful curriculum innovation requires a comprehensive approach that extends well beyond the introduction of a new qualification. Initially, recruitment was slow and this was partly due to us not having the right person to lead and champion the provision. The turning point came when we recruited someone with genuine industry experience who was willing to train as a teacher while helping to shape the programme. Become a member for unlimited access to FE Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism on FE and skills, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.