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Faculty Profile: Beth Arnold

Assistant Professor

Academic Background

M Ed, Administration and Supervision, Antioch University New England
BA, English Literature, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Contact Information
South Coop, Office 210
207.948.3131 ext 315
barnold@unity.edu

Subjects Taught          
Adventure and Experiential Education Theory and Philosophy
Career Development in Adventure Education
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Outdoor and Adventure Education:
  Administration
  Group Facilitation
  Leadership
  Methods
  Safety and Risk Management
Outdoor Skills:
  Backpacking
  Challenge Course
  Desert Travel
  Lake, River and Whitewater Canoeing
  Nordic and Telemark Skiing
  Rock Climbing
  Winter Camping
Wilderness Education

Experiential Learning Sites Used on Occasion
Campus Woodlot
Sandy Stream
Maine and New Hampshire:
  Forests
  Neighboring Schools
  Outdoor Education Centers 
  Parks
  Physical Classrooms
  Rivers

Research Areas of Interest
Adventure Education
Alternative Conceptions of Leadership in Adventure Education Administration 
Best Practices in Adventure and Experiential Education
Effectiveness of Wilderness Orientation Programs
Gender Dynamics in Leadership
Integration of Professional Learning and Practice
Learning Outcomes of Adults in Adventure Education
Reflective Practice
Social Justice Issues
Staff and Professional Development in Outdoor and

Campus Activities
Center for Experiential and Environmental Education-
AEL Representative
Outing Club, Alternating Advisor

Beth Arnold
  • "In my mind our chance to learn is all about choices - show up or don't- every opportunity we have here allows us a choice -- to excel or fade."
  • Beth Arnold
    Assistant Professor