Dan Liston

About Me

Daniel (Dan) Liston is a Professor of Education in the Educational Foundations, Policy and Practice (EFPP) program and the Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) program at the University of Colorado Boulder. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has dedicated his career to exploring curriculum theory, teacher education, reflective teaching, and the social and political contexts of schooling. His recent research examines how reason and emotion interact in teaching practices and teacher education.In addition to his academic responsibilities, Professor Liston co-directs Colorado Courage and Renewal, a professional development program aimed at public school personnel and clergy. He has received numerous accolades for his teaching, including the AACTE Outstanding Writing Award and CU’s "Best Should Teach" award. His published works include six books and numerous articles that contribute to the fields of education and curriculum studies. Dr. Liston's courses, such as "SEL Capstone" and "Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts," focus on social-emotional learning in educational settings, helping future educators understand the importance of emotional intelligence in teaching. Through his work, he strives to enrich students' understanding of teaching as both a profession and a vocation.