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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Challenges of Using Students Groups

ROBIN, I personally like to use a combination grade with part being for the whole group & part being for individual work. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Jerrod, this is a great comment & well stated. It is much better to ask for clarification & seek to understand rather than to make assumptions. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Locating Yourself in the Classroom

Simone, all of these are great reasons for movement around the classroom. With various devices today (i.e. tablets) the instructor can keep his/her notes with them while moving. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Capable Coach

Miriam, This is a great point you make here. Coaching really is a collaborative effort, whereas managing is often top down. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Capable Coach

Shelly, yes, this is it. And being willing to help them work through challenges in order to be successful. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Customizing Your Presentation

Sallie, this is a great idea. Even giving them a provoking question to discuss over a break or lunch. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Experiential Learning for Gen Yers

Sarah, this really helps them see the application of the course material & transfer theory to practice. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Sarah, yes, visual aids of many types can be great learning methods for this generation. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Curtis, yes & this can come as we help them with the motivation to learn & the "why" of the material. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Kathryn, if you are able to change the seating this is a great way to mix things up from time to time & keep it interesting. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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