Cody Montana Dalton
PhD: Curriculum & Instruction, Virginia Tech, (In Progress)
EdS: Higher Education Leadership, South College
MBA: Business Administration, South College
MEd: Literacy, American College of Education
BS: History, Liberty University
Graduate Certificates: Gifted Education, Averett University;
AI Applications, Northeastern University, (In Progress)[email protected]
Cody Montana Dalton
Cody Dalton a PhD student in Curriculum and Instruction at Virginia Tech, specializing in History and Social Science Education. His background is in teaching World History and AP Psychology at a Virginia Title I high school. He brings a deep commitment to equity, critical inquiry, and justice-driven pedagogy.
His academic interests center on historical thinking, culturally responsive teaching, and the ethical integration of AI in education. Drawing from both scholarly research and classroom practice, he cultivates reflective, collaborative learning environments that empower educators and students alike.
Research Interests
- Historical literacy and historical consciousness
- Pedagogical decision making
- Teacher identity
- Gen AI use for teaching and learning history
Curriculum Vitae (Abridged)
Education
- PhD, Curriculum & Instruction - Virginia Tech (In Progress)
- EdS, Higher Education Leadership - South College
- MBA, Business Administration - South College
- MEd, Literacy - American College of Education
- BS, History - Liberty University
Education Experience
- Graduate Assistant - Virginia Tech (Aug 2025 - Present)
- Social Studies Teacher - Danville Public Schools (2021-2025)
- AP Exam Reader - College Board (2025)
Publications
Dalton, C. (2025). Teaching history with intelligence: A guide to best practices for using Al in the secondary history classroom. Amazon.
Awards & Recognition
- Distinguished Teacher, George Washington High School (2023-2025)
- National History Day Champion Coach (2023-2025)
- Special Educator Recognition, George Washington High School (2024-2025)
- Distinguished Graduate, American College of Education (2025)
Teaching Philosophy
Cody Dalton's personal teaching and educational philosophy is rooted in equity, inquiry, and relational trust. He believes that education should cultivate critical thinking, historical consciousness, and civic responsibility by engaging students as active participants in their learning and as meaning-makers in their communities.
He draws on culturally sustaining pedagogy, trauma-informed practice, and the ethical use of technology to create inclusive, responsive environments where all learners can thrive. Grounded in the work of scholars like Freire, hooks, and Wineburg, he emphasizes reflection, collaboration, and justice as central to both curriculum design and instructional leadership. Whether mentoring preservice teachers or guiding K-12 students, his goal is always to honor student voice, bridge theory with practice, and support transformative learning.
Get In Touch
You can reach me via the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (434) 710-3892
- Location: Virginia
Service to the Field
I'm actively involved in shaping educational standards and practices:Preservice Teacher Supervisor, Virginia Tech (2025 - Present)
Virginia Standards of Learning Item Review Committee, VDOE, SOL: EOC World History I (2025)
Advanced Placement Exam Reader, College Board, Evaluated AP Seminar Exam Essays (2025)
History Club Faculty Sponsor, George Washington High School (2024 - 2025)
Professional Learning Community (PLC) Lead, George Washington High School (2024 - 2025)
Faculty Advisor, National History Day Program, Danville Public Schools (2023 - 2025)
School Improvement Team (SIT), I.W. Taylor Virtual Academy (2021 - 2023)
Awards and Recognitions:
Distinguished Graduate, American College of Education (2025)
Special Educator Award, George Washington High School (2024–2025)
Distinguished Teacher, George Washington High School (2023–2025)
National History Day Champion Coach (2023–2025)
Memberships and Professional Organizations:
Kappa Delta Pi: Xi Zeta Chapter
National Council for History Education
National Council for the Social Studies
Virginia Council for History Education
Virginia Council for the Social Studies
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Item Review Committee
