With over a decade of dedicated work in education, Acer continues to set the standard in school digitalization, inspiring educational institutions worldwide to integrate technology that enhances collaboration and elevates student experiences.
In today’s technology-driven world, traditional learning faces challenges in keeping students engaged. Bridging the digital skills gap is essential to ensuring an inclusive, accessible education that drives economic growth while reducing regional and gender disparities.
Acer : Georgia’s Digital Transformation Success Story
In Georgia, Acer has played a key role in digitalizing schools through the Ministry of Education and Science. Over nine years, Acer has provided more than half a million laptops to students under the “My First Computer” project. With a population of just 3.5 million, this initiative demonstrates Acer’s significant impact, solidifying its reputation for reliable corporate and governmental educational partnerships across Georgia and neighboring countries.
Acer’s Education Premium Partner in Georgia, UGT, commented: “Acer’s continuous support over the years, from technology and logistics to financing, has proven their commitment to successful projects. We are proud to integrate Acer’s reliable solutions into Georgian schools and wish them a successful new school year.”
Acer SpatialLabs™: Leading the 3D Revolution in Education
At the Bishop’s Grammar School in Ostrava, Acer’s SpatialLabs technology is transforming how subjects like history and science are taught. Using the Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs laptops, the school offers students an immersive, glasses-free 3D experience, enhancing engagement through eye-tracking technology, real-time rendering, and stereoscopic displays. This solution allows students and educators to interact intuitively with content, making it possible to visualize complex concepts with ease.
The educators at Bishop’s Grammar School aim to use 3D technology to help students explore various subjects from realistic perspectives, fostering critical skills in spatial reasoning and enhancing learning through experiential engagement. The Acer Aspire 3D 15 SpatialLabs™ Edition laptop, powered by a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4050 GPU, is equipped with AI-powered applications and provides top-notch performance for smooth 3D content creation and multitasking, all without the need for 3D glasses.
Esports in Education: A Data-Driven Success Story
As digital platforms have seen a 2,100% increase in live event viewership, esports has emerged as an invaluable tool in education, building students’ collaboration, creativity, and STEAM skills. Beyond gaming, esports provides practical experience in video editing, sound design, broadcasting, and event management—establishing a foundation for academic and career success.
Acer’s collaboration with Barnsley College exemplifies how esports can be seamlessly integrated into academic programs, boosting student interest in STEAM fields. Barnsley College has established itself as a leader by incorporating esports into curricula, creating pathways in higher education that encourage entrepreneurship and inclusivity, with a focus on female representation. With year-round esports courses at three levels, Barnsley College underscores the potential of gaming as a viable career path.
Acer’s Free Summer Esports Academy: Building Skills for the Future
In partnership with Drive Lounge, Acer launched a free summer esports academy, offering 500 children aged 10 to 16 a unique entry into motorsport esports. “Our goal is to empower youth to turn their passion into practical digital skills,” said Paul Bolton, CEO of Drive Lounge. The program included educational sessions, analytical workshops, and hands-on practice with Acer’s state-of-the-art Predator Orion 3000 desktops, Nitro N50-600 desktops, and Predator Connect W6 mesh routers, preparing participants with the tools they need for both learning and gaming excellence.
Sessions covered motorsport esports fundamentals, popular games, tournaments, and career opportunities, along with essential race optimization techniques in physics, aerodynamics, and forces. This academy marked a step forward in Acer’s commitment to transforming education through gaming and immersive technology.
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