Dr. Ryan Meers

About me

I have a passion for education and especially for ensuring that all of us continue to apply what we have learned. I am excited about the opportunity that the Lounge provides for all of us to discuss how we are applying what we have learned & to share those great ideas.

I have had a varied background from secondary education to corporate training & now working in the career college sector. But while I have moved in different circles it has always been surrounding my passion of education. I look forward to our conversations.

Website

http://www.maxknowledge.com/faculty.php?id=11172

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Dr. Ryan Meers

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Reasonable Goals

Malerie, this is a danger & a problem in many organizations. What we want to try to do is keep the goals in such a way that we can change tasks & still meet our goals. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Customizing Your Presentation

Scott, this is a good example of having questions or tailoring ahead of time as you can cut time on your presentation when needed. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Most Important Supervisory Skills

Shane, yes, we must demonstrate that we are not above any of the work & that we will work just as hard as the others. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Jeremy, I appreciate your comment. I personally don't feel the need to allow for social time, but rather encourage a "social atmosphere" by encouraging the students to interact with one another in ways related to the learning. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Rhonda, yes, I've found this generation to be highly participative when I can tap into a topic that they find interesting & relevant. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Charles, yes, these are great ways to motivate the students & encourage them to strive for excellence in their careers & in their current studies. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Diane, this is a great example to your students as they see you & your willingness to learn & grow & adapt. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Mike, and there is a balance between learning more about my content area & learning more about better instructional techniques. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Ghaleb, it is definitely true that the more informed we are, the better chance we have of helping our students. Also, knowing general guidelines to help our students can assist in their learning as well. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Nicole, your first comment is a great point. We should be demonstrating to all of our students our openness & our willingness to help them learn in whatever way possible. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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