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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Reasonable Goals

Stephanie, and really the short-term, goals can connect with long-term goals. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Effective Presenter

Michael, short answer is yes, it can detract. I think you have to gauge your audience & the topic. Personally, I'm not a big fan of hardly any animation at all, but it can be effectively used, but definitely think minimalist. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Stephen, this is a great idea as it engages all of them with the content & also utilizes technology. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Ward, this does seem to be an issue with many in this generation. I'm afraid we are approaching the point where the value is placed too much on the certificate or the degree, rather than the learning process that it represents. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Chloe, just as my input: I've found the horseshoe or "U" arrangement to be the most conducive to good discussion. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Chloe, and they really can go hand in hand & that makes us even better as instructors. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Arturo , this is great & the effort to reflect & improve is key. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Dave, and demonstrating the openness to help them & be there for them is key. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Chloe, this is so true & help the students realize that books provide good information, but it's one perspective & things don't always go according to plan & that is where experience kicks in. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Dave, hopefully this will prove useful & helpful to you. We have to make sure we are carefully evaluating each student & encouraging them to come to us for help. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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