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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Helping Students with Reading Challenges

Kenneth, this is an excellent idea as the review of the vocab words can also help them some with other aspects of the reading. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Memorable Examples

Jamie, yes & these little stories that come to mind can help them recall the methods, facts, etc that they need in those moments. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Darlene, yes, it's definitely a personal choice regarding the connections via social media with our students. But, you will probably learn & see more than you had bargained for, so beware. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of generational learners

Gina, this is definitely true & it provides a great way for you to be able to tap into the diversity that's there. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Marilyn , yes & this is why we need to help them learn appropriateness now as it can cost them their jobs later on. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Providing Support to Students with Learning Disabilities

Russ, this is a great statement & key to the collaborative environment that should exist in academia. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Dana, unfortunately this is a very common problem; your method sounds like an effective way to address the problem. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Steven, yes, the ability to discuss & carry on a dialogue in a group setting is key for success in careers, groups are effective for developing this skill. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Carol, this is a great idea as it balances the two activities & allows for a little more strategy for the long-term projects. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Customizing Your Presentation

Cynthia, this is a great exercise & I really like the idea of tying it to audience analysis, obviously a skill we want them to have. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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