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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Maintaining Eye Contact

JOE, yes, the old adage "the eyes are the window to the soul" is very true. And as you point out the eyes can be a great way to check in with students & see if they are fully understanding & fully engaged with the content. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Effective Presenter

Brenda, all of these are key aspects to remember. I personally like to emphasize the importance of being conversational in tone. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Nicholas , and what a chance for the different generations to truly learn from each other. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Nicholas , I agree & if we can incorporate this into assignments we have a chance to help them really understand how to use these. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of generational learners

Nicholas , and also when we understand the different generations we can pull in experiences or illustrations that resonate more with the particular generations. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Technology and Generation Y Learners

Nicholas , I would agree with this statement. It does seem that this generation of students has a harder time connecting & really focusing & thinking through processes. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Jerry, yes the primacy & recency aspects can greatly help in the retention of key concepts. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Jerry, yes, when we introduce these elements we want to make sure we kind of ease the students into the experience, but kudos for being willing to experiment. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Heidi, yes, some of our fields force us into this & it also provides a great way to keep our classes fresh & exciting. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Noel, sadly many of these students have been criticized for so long that they have built up these walls & defense mechanisms. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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