For the purpose of entrance into the Academy of Master Teachers, it is important that we have a clear understanding of what we mean by “Master Teacher”. In recent years there have been a number of attempts by medical educators, most recently by the Group on Educational Affairs, to define “educational scholarship”. In forming our educational portfolio, we have used the GEA consensus conference guidelines, as well as definitions of scholarship outlined by Glassick et. al. in “Scholarship Assessed: Evaluation of the Professoriate” to come with a definition of a Master Teacher.

Dr. Adolph Brown has been reviewed and rated as a top-ranked educator and trainer from America's best colleges and universities. He is in the top 1% of world-class scholar teachers based on teaching performance, teaching awards, published evaluations, newspaper write-ups, and other sources. Doc's lectures are often described as that once-in-a-lifetime experience. As a Master Teacher, Doc is a gifted scholar, explainer, enthusiast, communicator – and yes, an entertainer. His ideas have been described as intoxicating as a new love.

The qualities we use as definition include the following:

A Master Teacher has clear, realistic and important goals that reflect the needs of the profession, society, learners and other faculty.

A Master Teacher is prepared to teach effectively, and takes advantage of new ways to deal with challenging issues.

A Master Teacher uses appropriate methods to teach or design an educational program, gets others meaningfully involved, and designs curriculum consistent with the current literature in the content area and in teaching.

A Master Teacher employs educational strategies that can serve as a model for others. Goals are outlined. Results are publishable or published.

A Master Teacher formally shares lessons learned or enduring materials with peers at the local, regional, or national level.

A Master Teacher acts as a peer reviewer for others on educational grants, journals, curriculum or awards.

A Master Teacher uses feedback from learners and peers to modify teaching materials, leadership style, or educational materials.

A Master Teacher provides leadership of educational programs, supplying vision and direction while incorporating effective group processes to achieve desired programmatic goals effectively and efficiently.

A Master Teacher serves the educational community through active participation in and contribution to local, regional, national, and international educational organizations.

A leading educator that became an educator who leads... Doc annually leading ceremonial occasions with the University Mace of Leadership, Excellence, Dignity, and Character.