Name: Matt Atlas
Title: Group Head of EdTech  UCSI Schools Group
Nationality: American
Qualifications:

• Masters in Educational Leadership and Management, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom.
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate Program.
• ARTC Intensive Graduate Level Teaching Certification Program, University of Delaware, United States of America.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering ( Mathematics Minor), LeTourneau University, United States of America.
• Over 17 years of international teaching experience in United States of America & Malaysia.

Hailing from the USA, Matt Atlas is the Head of EdTech Integration. As a teacher, Matt has taught the subjects of Information and Communication Technology, Coding, Design, Makerspace and English. Much of Matt’s educational career has been focused on assisting students and teachers experience, learn and implement technology in the classroom. He enjoys fun and active learning, exploring aspects of technology that are both relevant and engaging. His hobbies include audio recording, video editing, mountain biking, woodworking, baking and spending time with his wife and three children.

As the Head of EdTech Integration, Matt is eager to develop 21st Century Skills among students and all related stakeholders. His own personal enjoyment of and expertise with creative technologies overflows into the teachers and students he works with. He spearheaded the establishment of The EdTech Centre as a hub for students, teachers, parents and community members to interact with technology and grow their 21st Century Skills of creativity, collaboration, communication, critical thinking and character education. Matt is especially passionate about building creativity among students and teachers. By integrating technology into the learning process, Matt hopes that students will have experiences that inspire them towards innovative and influential futures.