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

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Experiential Learning for Gen Yers

Paula, great points & examples & why we need to incorporate experiential learning as much as possible. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Craig, and it can help them refine their thinking & better articulate their opinions & positions. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Valerie, this is a great method for engaging these students & helping them learn the content even better. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Susan , and we must explore these different learning methods & techniques. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of generational learners

Chad, this is a good question & I think one that needs clarifying. The research tells us that when we multitask, we don't really give our full attention to any of the tasks we are working on. However, Gen Yers are comfortable multitasking, meaning they can do it without a second thought. They are not necessarily being productive, but they are very used to having many stimuli at once. Hopefully that clarifies a little. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

gary, and along with this, we have to understand that they see "connections" differently. It's just as important for them to stay connected to friends around the country as it is to talk to the person next to them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Angela, I've said it before that flash cards are one of the best ways to work on memory & retention. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Jennifer, and this can be difficult to do so we need to make sure we demonstrate an openness & willingness to help them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Heather, this is a great idea as it shows the students that you really do want to help them & encourage them to speak with you. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Organizing Students into Groups

Sonja, I would agree that this is probably the most effective group size for most of these types of assignments. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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