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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Dr. Ryan Meers

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

George, and this is the reality. Unfortunately we cannot help all of the students no matter how hard we try or may want to. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Gregrey, this is a good point & I think through demonstrating our openness & concern for our students they will be much more likely to disclose. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Gregrey, I think this is an excellent approach as it opens that door to help & encourages them to come to you. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maintaining Eye Contact

tracy, I agree, especially with the demonstrating of confidence aspect. It is so important that our students know we are confident in what we are saying & in the material. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

James, yes, if we can get them to take ownership of their own learning & success they will be much farther down the road to success. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Robin , the idea of reading the tests is a great idea as it can help those who have difficulty processing text to really understand the questions. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Gregrey, this really is one of the best reasons to use groups is to emphasize the importance of relying on others (when appropriate) & learning to use the knowledge that is around you. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Mike, the confidence really does go along way to helping our students know & appreciate that we really do know what we're talking about. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Robin , yes the examples & visuals are one of the best ways to keep attention & focus; I also like the emphasis on being aware of waining attention. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Experiential Learning for Gen Yers

Dr. Randy , this is true that the movement can aid learning in many ways. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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