Books published by Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc.

In Learn Like a PIRATE, Paul Solarz explains how to design classroom experiences that encourage students to take risks and explore their passions in a stimulating, motivating, and supportive environment where improvement, rather than grades, is the focus. Discover how student-led classrooms help students thrive and develop into self-directed, confident citizens who are capable of making smart, responsible decisions, all on their own.

In this true-to-life tale, you'll follow Jill's first-year journey as a new teacher. As she learns from her mentors and grabs hold of the lifelines they throw her, you'll also learn how to navigate difficult situations with students, parents, and coworkers.

Transform teaching and learning with AR and VR in your classroom. We’re at the dawn of an incredible transformation in education. Augmented reality and virtual reality—technologies that were once the province of science fiction and fantasy—are faster, better, and more affordable than ever. These tools have the potential to not only inspire students but to redefine how we teach and collaborate. But widespread adoption of AR and VR in K–12 classrooms requires taking risks, investing money and time, and training educators.Reality Bytes makes the case for taking this leap by showing how educators are using these amazing technologies, and it provides a powerful framework to help anyone, in any school, join them. The innovative educators profiled are already designing learning experiences using AR and VR that supercharge student motivation, encourage creativity, and make otherwise impossible educational adventures accessible to all. You can do the same, using easy-to-implement resources that will revolutionize how you approach instruction.  Equip your students with the skills they’ll need in the future—today. Reality Bytes opens the doors to tools for meeting every student no matter where they are. This book outlines the power that AR and VR have in building empathy and growing critical worldviews and perspectives. Christine, Jesse, and Micah cast an exciting vision for the future of education!—Ken Shelton, educational strategist, equity and inclusion consultant Creating engaging lessons that successfully integrate technology can be challenging. Reality Bytes is here to help with tons of images, classroom stories, and ideas that will help you create student-centered lessons that allow your students to experience content in a whole new way. No matter the grade level, there is something for everyone in this wonderfully immersive book.—Alice Keeler, teacher, edtech expert, Google Certified Innovator While you won’t see Winona Ryder’s name on the cover of this book, you will find some star power in it—the power to create star learners in our classrooms using cutting-edge tools! Reality Bytes will you give you the tools, the pedagogy, and a practical framework to bring the new reality of learning into your classroom.—Kasey Bell, author of Shake Up Learning: Practical Ideas to Move Learning from Static to Dynamic

How can educators ensure all students-regardless of gender-feel safe, seen, and supported in their classrooms?Transgender and nonbinary students are at risk in our K-12 schools. These students face almost constant challenges in educational spaces and navigate institutional practices that were not designed to accommodate their gender identities.It's OK to Say "They" addresses some of the pervasive challenges that can impact every part of a student's day: When teachers refuse to acknowledge a student's gender identity When students are assigned to sit by gender in class or on the bus When a student is not allowed to use facilities or changing rooms that align with their gender identities When a curriculum does not acknowledge transgender and nonbinary identities When teachers and school policies use exclusionary gender-based languageIncorporating the real-life experiences of transgender and nonbinary students, It's OK to Say "They" offers educators practical tools they can use to foster an inclusive environment for transgender and nonbinary students. This easy-to-use guide is a resource for educators and administrators seeking to be better allies to students. By avoiding gendered language practices, designing inclusive curricula, and creating conscientious school policies that take into account the needs of transgender and nonbinary students, educators can create inclusive spaces for students of all gender identities.A portion of the proceeds from sales of this book benefi ts San Diego LGBT Pride youth programs. Learn more about their work at www.sdpride.org/youth/. As a nonbinary person who often had to make the difficult choice between expressing my own gender identity or protecting my personal safety in school, I am beyond grateful that this trailblazing book exists as a resource for educators and ultimately the well-being of our youth.- Fernando Z. López, executive director, San Diego LGBT PrideIt's OK to Say "They" is a must-read for educators everywhere. It seamlessly interweaves practical, accessible tips for allies with educational (and sometimes heartbreaking) first-person accounts from students. By enacting this book's suggestions for improving trans inclusivity in the classroom and beyond, educators have the opportunity to change and even save students' lives.- Molly Woodstock, gender educator and Gender Reveal podcast host Finally! All educators want to provide support to transgender and nonbinary students, but most are not really sure how to do so. This groundbreaking book provides detailed strategies and language to support all students. - Matthew L. Beyranevand, EdD, math teacher and author of Teach Math Like This, Not Like That and Adding Parents to the Equation

What if you could break the rules-responsibly? In Copyrighteous, Diana Gill offers insight on how you can break free from pre-packaged curriculum and design the best learning materials for your students. You'll discover how considering copyright can help you become a better creator, and you'll learn best practices for curating and sharing resources in a digitally connected world.

Rushton Hurley explores the mindsets, activities, and technology that make for great learning. You'll learn: how to think about and create strong learning activities, why fostering and sharing successes benefits everyone, how to strengthen individual confidence in both students and teachers, and how to know what makes your school special.

Making Your Teaching Something Special is a collection of 50 short chapters designed to fill gaps and build talent, with each chapter covering a piece of advice for those looking to raise their game as a teacher or trainer. Divided into five areas, newbies and veterans alike will find plenty of ideas to try with their classes.

In WanderlustEDU, Micah Shippee explains how we can approach a future that is exciting but uncertain with "e;innovativeness,"e; or the ability to respond creatively to the unexpected. Using relevant research and practical experience, he explores principles of self-awareness and presents practical strategies to become agents of change