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.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Jessica, this is a g reat approach as it taps into a variety of learning techniques & styles & I'm guessing really helps cement the learning for the students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Technology and Generation Y Learners

David, and a key point to realize here is that the tech gadgets are natural for them. Just like it was natural for us to have our steno notebooks & Big Chief paper tablets, this generation has their smartphones & tablets. Instead of doodling, they're surfing the web. Have things changed that much? Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Cheryl, yes, the strategies that work for the younger students are great to use in the higher ed classes. Often we can ask the struggling learner what has helped them in the past & then we are better equipped to give them help now. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Providing Support to Students with Learning Disabilities

wilmanie, I completely agree that we, as instructors, need to be demonstrating our willingness to help all of our students & this will then encourage those who are struggling to seek further help. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Understanding Diverse Learners

James, yes, it's always a good idea to utilize the resources that you have so we can best serve all of our students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Andrew, this is a great way to start as it allows them to identify their struggles & we can better help when they are open to the ideas. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Efrain, this is exactly the reason I have become in favor of group work in classes. I started off opposed or highly skeptical, but once I was in the work environment I saw the need for these skills. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Evaluating Individual Effort While Working with a Group

wilmanie, I agree that this 3-4 number is generally the best for small groups because, as you said, it's easier for all to be involved & to monitor what's happening. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Locating Yourself in the Classroom

Velma, just these simple movements can make a big difference in engaging the class, glad you were bold & stepped out. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Shannon, this is a great idea. That object identification should help with the recall. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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