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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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Brenda, making ourselves available both with our time & in our approachability is key for helping struggling learners. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Evaluating Individual Effort While Working with a Group

Michael, I agree with you that it's nice to evaluate the group as a whole, but I also like to evaluate the individuals. I do this by asking the group members, as well as trying to evaluate specific tasks. I agree that they need to leave the normal individual setting, but in most work environments, we are still evaluated for individual work as well as group work. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Brian, it also helps them feel that their life experiences are valued & helps them stay engaged. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Recruiting and Enhancing Diverse Talent

Timothy, this is a great example of evaluating the person who is the best fit & tapping into strengths. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Customizing Your Presentation

Robbi, I really like the idea of asking for help. Having others review your presentation & give you feedback can greatly help. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Julie, absolutely & they help them get excited for their chosen career field. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Stephen, yes, helping them see the "why" of the importance of the information is key. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Tammy, this is great & very true. I like the idea of encouraging them to set the boundaries as this also helps them grow up & take ownership. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Stephen, this is a good point & one we need to consider carefully, as we want to help them but like you said, help them learn concepts not just sources of info. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Paul, this is a good observation. They do need to learn how to silence the distractions & force themselves to fully focus & concentrate on the task at hand & also how to learn for themselves. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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