Taking this course on passionate teaching will directly strengthen the leadership role I serve in each day. Passion and enthusiasm are contagious, and when I lead with energy, purpose, and authenticity, others are more likely to follow. This course will sharpen my ability to inspire staff, build stronger relationships, and model enthusiasm in challenging moments. By deepening my understanding of engagement and motivation, I can cultivate a culture where both teachers and students thrive. Clayton G., OH
I love when I am able to learn something that gives a rejuvenating breath of fresh air. I got into teaching because I was passionate about helping students learn. I don't think I had realized how much I needed a reset until I began working through this course. Megan M., IA.
I enjoyed the self-reflections this class made me do about my own classroom and lessons. I like the structure of the class and material and how it followed the book as advertised! Thank you for the great class! Austin B., NE.
The course was interesting. I was very interested in Burgesses ideas and was eager to try them. I found them easy to try and understand. Lisa B., OH
Awesome class, I took it because one of my favorite football coaches is Mike Leach, and he always coached like a pirate! Trevor S., NE
I really enjoyed this class! So many ideas that I can use right away in the classroom! Kelsey O., NE.
This class helped me to identify the areas in which I can focus my attention to provide students an authentic, engaging learning environment. Aaron W., NE.
I thought this course was a reminder of what teachers should bring to the class daily no matter how hard It can be. Cory L., NE
Teach Like a Pirate was a great way to renew my priorities for teaching. It allowed me to refocus my attention on the importance of passion, immersion, rapport, analyzation, transformation and enthusiasm. It reminded me of the reasons I became a teacher and helped reinforce my love for teaching. I value all of the strategies and concepts described in the book. Laura K., OH
This is a great book full of energy. I feel like the ease of the read helps as well. It isn't a massive stat book so I can glean more its topics. Great idea sparker. Bryan M., NE.
