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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Improving Your Communication Skills

John, this really is important as our nonverbal convey so much of our message so it's important to have them positive. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Providing Support to Students with Learning Disabilities

Jeffrey, asking the student these questions is a great fist step in helping them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Jeffrey, great point, that the real life stories can remind them of why they are in the program to begin with. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Jeffrey, this is very true & can allow them to share their thoughts or ask questions. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Improving Your Communication Skills

Jeffrey, this is a great point, the tempo & flow really are important, also to make sure that the majority of the class is hanging with you. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Ceola, yes, & the visual aids or hands on aids are great for helping the tactile learners in the class. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Lissete, this is a good point & I think we have an opportunity to show our students the other uses of technology beyond just entertainment or communicating with friends. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Mario, this is a good point & one of the reasons we need to make ourselves approachable to our students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Instructional Support for Students with Learning Disabilities

Steve, and these types of accomodations are generally fairly easy & inexpensive. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Steve, this is an excellent strategy as they get more individualized help & in a safer environment. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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