 On Teaching
"Teaching is the art and craft of engaging the heart and mind in order to encourage the full realization of God-given potential.
It extends beyond facts and figures.
It is more than just mastery of content.
It is the act of investing one’s life in students in order to encourage their mental, emotional, and spiritual growth."
On Montreat
"Montreat's unique location is ideally suited for the Environmental Studies, Biology, and Outdoor Education programs."
See Brad Daniel's curriculum vitae.
Education
A.A. from Brevard College.
B.S. from Appalachian State University in Biology and Experiential Education.
M.S. from Northern Illinois University in Outdoor Education.
M.A. in Biology with an emphasis in Ecology from Appalachian State University.
M.LA. in Liberal Arts (In process) University of North Carolina at Asheville
Ph.D. in Environmental Studies at Antioch University (New England Graduate School).
Additional Graduate Work: University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of Alaska at Anchorage, Northeastern Illinois University.
Work Experience
Chairman of the Board for the Christian Wilderness Leadership Coalition.
Co-Founder, Blue Ridge Backcountry, a Christian Wilderness program.
Teaching Experience
1984-Present: Professor of Environmental Studies and Outdoor Education at Montreat College.
Certified educator for the following environmental curricula:
· Project Wild
· Project Aquatic Wild
· Project WET
· Project Learning Tree
· Project Catch
· EM Power
Certified in Outdoor Leadership by the Wilderness Education Association (WEA).
Certified environmental educator for the State of North Carolina.
1998-2001 Adjunct Faculty in Education - Antioch University New England.
1998-2005: Adjunct Faculty in Environmental Studies - Antioch University New England.
Classes Taught
G=Graduate Course
Introduction to the Master of Science in Environmental Education (G)
Earth Systems (G)
Environmental History and Philosophy (G)
Ecosystems: The Biogeography of the Hawaiian Islands (G)
Teaching Methods for Outdoor Settings (G)
Field Meteorology (G)
Environmental Education Methods: Non-Formal Settings (G)
Environmental Education Methods: Teaching in the Outdoors (G)
Experiential Education: Learning in Meaningful Contexts (G)
American Ecosystems
Field Natural History
Ecology
Physical and Environmental Geography
Principles of Outdoor Education
Survey of Outdoor Education
Environmental Issues and Management
Atmospheric Processes and Climate
Outdoor Skills III: Backpacking and Land Navigation
Biological Principles I and II
High Adrenaline Adventure in Theory and Practice
Downhill Skiing
Comparative World Views
Islands in the Sky: Natural History of Mt. Mitchell & the Black Mountains
The Teton of the East: The Natural History of Grandfather Mountain
Naturalist Practicum
Environmental Perspectives and Cultural History of the Cherokee
The Natural History of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Science and Theology of Origins
Honors and Awards
2011 Professor of the Decade (2001-2010), Montreat College
2008 Montreat College Dean's Award
2006 Who’s Who Among America’s College Teachers
2003 David L. Parks Distinguished Professor Award, Montreat College
1997 Who’s Who Among America’s College Teachers
1996 Who’s Who Among America’s College Teachers
1995 Teacher of the Year Award - Montreat College (given by students)
1991 Awarded tenure, Montreat College
1991 Sears Outstanding Teaching Award (One of three awards granted to Montreat faculty)
1988 Teacher of the Year Award - Montreat College (given by students)
1987 Teacher of the Year Award - Montreat College (awarded by faculty)
1985 Teacher of the Year Award - Montreat College (given by students)
1982 Tri Beta Biological Honor Society, Alpha Chi Honor Society, Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society
1980 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Affiliations and Certifications
Association for Experiential Education (AEE)
Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC)
North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)
Christian Adventure Association (CAA)
Certified Search and Rescue Technician (SARTECH II-NASAR, 1995)
Wilderness Education Association (WEA)
Certified Environmental Educator for the State of North Carolina (1997)
Outdoor Leadership (Wilderness Education Association-1994)
Wilderness Box and Land Ethics Program Facilitator (1997)
Certified educator for the following environmental curricula (1997):
· Project Wild
· Project Aquatic Wild
· Project WET
· Project Learning Tree
· Project Catch
· EM Power
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Daniel, B. & Knapp, C.E.. Nighttime Adventures: Exploring and appreciating the mysteries of the night by leading walks after dark. Green Teacher Issue 93 (Summer, 2011).
Daniel, B. Learn from My Mistakes; Using a Dialectical Approach for Training Outdoor Educators. Green Teacher Issue 91 (Winter, 2011).
Bobilya, A. J., Kalisch, K., & Daniel, B. (2011). The Outward Bound Final Expedition: Exploring the Effect of Instructor Positioning on the Student Experience. Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. Volume 3, Number 2. pp. 80-83.
Bobilya, A. J., Kalisch, K., & Daniel, B. (2011). An investigation of the Outward Bound final expedition. [Abstract]. Journal of Experiential Education, 33 (4), 356-359.
Bobliya, A. J. & Daniel, B. (2010). The Life of Eleanor Duckworth. In Smith, T. & Knapp, C. E. (Eds.), Sourcebook for experiential education: Key thinkers and their contributions. New York, NY: Routledge/Taylor &Francis.
Daniel, B. (2010). Alexander Von Humboldt: Expeditionary Scientist. In Smith, T. & Knapp, C. E. (Eds.), Sourcebook for experiential education: Key thinkers and their contributions. New York, NY: Routledge/Taylor &Francis.
Daniel, B. (2010). The Role of the Wilderness Setting. Journal of the Wilderness Education Association. May.
Daniel, B. (2010). Canvas, Catalyst, Crucible: Exploring the Role of the Setting in the Wilderness Expedition Experience. Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. Volume 2, Number 2.
Kalisch, K., Bobilya, A. J. & Daniel, B. (2010) "A Good Kind of Alone: Increasing Ministry Effectiveness Through Solitary Reflection" InSite magazine. CCCA.
Daniel, B., Bobilya, A. J., Kalisch, K. & Lindley, B. (2009). Lessons from the outward bound solo: Intended transfer of learning. Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership. Volume 2, Number 1.
Kalisch, K. R., Bobilya, A. J. & Daniel, B. (in press). The Outward Bound Solo: A comparative study of participants’ perceptions. Journal of Experiential Education (forthcoming).
For a complete list of publications, see Brad Daniel's curriculum vitae.
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