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Praise for Matt Miller
Praise for Tech Like an PIRATE
Tech Like a PIRATE is a must-have for any educator who wants to demand better engagement and learning from technology use.
—Alice Keeler, author, speaker, and math educator
Matt Miller has established himself as America’s go-to educator for practical ed tech practices for the classroom. In Tech Like a PIRATE, he skips the buzzwords and goes straight into what teachers can do to level up their use of tech, and he does so in an inviting way, so no teachers will ever feel judged.
—Noah Geisel, teacher, writer, ACTFL Language Teacher of the Year
Matt’s call to embrace the “adventure awaiting us on the high seas” is an invitation to us all to make learning fun again. And, like any captain worth his salt, Matt provides his crew with practical, innovative, and just plain fun instructional strategies. His creative energy never ceases to both amaze and deliver, and we see it here again in Tech Like a PIRATE.
—Stephanie DeMichele, digital learning designer and coach
Matt Miller has been a pioneer in changing the way educators view technology and the impact it can have on improving student-learning outcomes. With Tech Like a PIRATE, Matt takes it to another level by providing teachers with techniques and strategies to utilize technology to create deeply meaningful experiences for every learner.
—Jesse Lubinsky, chief learning officer, Ready Learner One
Tech Like A PIRATE has something special to offer whether you are a new or veteran teacher, novice or tech wizard. Miller provides plenty of solutions that keep the focus where it belongs—on content.
—Catherine Day, social studies teacher
From gaming experiences to virtual explorations and video-production alternatives, Matt Miller’s Tech Like a PIRATE offers a simple and stimulating approach to leveraging available technology in the classroom.
—Omar López and Fely García-López, Apple Distinguished Educators
This will be a well-worn book with sticky notes, tabs, and many, many notes in the margins! This is THE book I know I will have near me as I plan, using true technology integration in my lessons.
—Krista Harmsworth, fifth-grade teacher
Matt’s examples may tie directly to specific tools; however, he explains that the thoughtful creation of the experience, not the tool or the technology, is key. This mantra rings true throughout this book: don’t do tech for tech’s sake.
—David Platt, teacher and technology coach
As a veteran classroom teacher, the things that I look for most in a professional text are fresh ideas and practical ways to incorporate them. Matt Miller offers both in abundance in Tech Like a PIRATE.
—Gina Ruffcorn, fifth-grade teacher, technology integrationist
Tech Like a PIRATE is a great book for teachers at all levels, from the tech weary to the technology gurus! What I love about the book is that it strikes a perfect balance between inspiring teachers to be true mavericks and giving them practical ways to leverage technology NOW.
—Scott Titmas, technology integration specialist
Bringing a human-centered approach to teaching in a digital world, Matt Miller’s Tech Like a PIRATE reminds us of the power of communication, collaboration, and empathy for others. If you are ready for a change, even if it means failing a few times, Tech Like a PIRATE is a great guidebook for starting your journey!
—Rayna Freedman, fifth-grade teacher, MassCUE president
Matt Miller’s conversational writing style, engaging storytelling, and seemingly bottomless well of knowledge about how to winningly integrate tech into your teaching practice can take you to new and successful places as an educator. And as a bonus, reading Miller’s book is almost as fun as using his tips!
—Dan Tricarico, author of The Zen Teacher: Creating, Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom
Student engagement is EVERYTHING! Matt Miller does a phenomenal job of explaining the importance of capturing the attention of your students, promoting an authentic learning experience, and handling all of the hiccups along the way.
—Joe and Kristin Merrill, teachers and authors of The InterACTIVE Class
For the tech expert or noob, this book is full of ideas about how to maximize the impact on learning that technology can have in the classroom. You will learn creative ways to use tech tools and apps in order to create meaningful and memorable experiences for your students.
—Craig Klement, RTI facilitator
Tech Like a PIRATE is proof that technology can be used for way more than skill and drill. Matt Miller provides step-by-step, easy to follow instructions that any teacher can use.
—Amb4er Harper, edtech consultant and creator, Burned-In Teacher
Matt encourages you to be a VIP guest on the expedition of technology integration so that by the last page, you’re able to “call the ball” on the lessons in your classroom and become an admirable
