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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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Amy, this is a good point. It's not that we're there to entertain them, but we should seek to be entertaining while delivering the content. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Kristina, I really like this idea for multiple reasons, one of the most important that it allows you as the instructor to gauge the understanding level. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Kristina, I agree that this can be a great recruiting/promotional tool for our programs. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Technology and Generation Y Learners

Kristina, I think these are all great measures that not only hold the students accountable, but they also help them learn how to use these different tools for success. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Clare, great points; in regard to seating, I've found that the horseshoe or "U" is the best for facilitating discussion. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Toni, and these really give them clear ideas of some of the situations they may encounter in the workforce. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Helping Students with Reading Challenges

Dave, and when we can help them in this area they are more likely to seek on our help on a variety of issues. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Jennifer, this is great information to use in why the groups are important & yes I've found the 3-5 number tends to be the best. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Locating Yourself in the Classroom

Dave, this is a great point & it is important that we move around the classroom in order to connect & monitor all of the students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Improving Your Communication Skills

Edric, clarity of speech is a vital skill in classroom communication & enthusiasm connected with this. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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