Dave Burgess on Passion, Creativity & the Heart of Teaching

What if teaching could feel like a bold act of creativity every day?

In this powerful Why Edify Podcast episode, Jeremy Jorgensen sits down with legendary educator and author of Teach Like a Pirate, Dave Burgess.

Together, they explore the transformative role of passion, personal authenticity, and creativity in the classroom. Dave shares vulnerable insights about criticism, why he doesn't give traditional homework, and how living fully outside the classroom fuels powerful learning inside it.

You’ll hear:

- Why student engagement is more than a buzzword

- How reflective teaching makes lessons unforgettable

- The importance of honoring your identity and outside passi ...