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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Using Social Networks

Falisia, I have had several student groups set up pages for collaboration & working on group projects. I highly encourage this as it is a tool they will use in many of their work settings. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Q'iana, this is an excellent way to get them ready for the day's learning & to help them stay connected with current events & even see how they connect to the class. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Kathy, yes, this generation is definitely much more "entertainment" driven & so we must make our classrooms an interactive experience. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Katessa, this is a great statement. Also, I may not use technology in every lesson, but showing how it relates & making those connections can really help too. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Kenisha, yes, this is very helpful & it also is a good way to keep us engaged with teaching to a variety of learning styles. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Cheryl, this is a great idea as it stretches the understanding & knowledge of the students & also makes good use of otherwise "dead" class time. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Travis, this is an excellent way to help students retain the vital information. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Travis, I think the chaning of seating arrangements is a great way to facilitate new discussions & to liven up the class. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Faylee, the peer observations & evaluations provide a wonderful opportunity for us to learn from each other. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Travis, I think this is a great strategy as it keeps you engaged with the world & helps the students see the applicability. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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