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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Using Social Networks

michele-ann, email is definitely a useful tool and we need to realize that for many in this generation, email is becoming outdated & slow. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

michele-ann, yes, if I allow open book, I try to set strict time limits & make the questions very challenging to they have to spend time studying before hand. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of generational learners

James, yes, the attitude of viewing students as customers is a great concept as we will be more open to truly meeting their needs. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

michele-ann, and this is a good place to start & realize that this is a symptom of another problem & we need to determine what that problem is. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Mapping How People Learn to the Classroom

Mary, it really can help with embracing the diversity that is present in our classes. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Mary, this is a great way to grow as you can learn from those who have taught longer, but share your many years of experience with them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Michael, this is definitely challenging when the student is reluctant to open up & share. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

cornelius, it is always great when we can share our learned lessons with our students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Evaluating Individual Effort While Working with a Group

Gordon, yes, this is a great point to make! Too often groups are used when I haven't prepared; when done well groups will require a lot of involvement on my part, but will be very beneficial to the students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Michael, this is a great technique & helps remind them that you are there & available to help them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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