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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Using Social Networks

ALYSON, again, I would argue this is a personal choice (that may be driven by corporate policies). Some instructors find a great deal of value in the social media & have effective practices in that arena. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

lisa, I have found that this type of feedback is so key to establishing credibility & good relationships with my Gen Y students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Assessing Student Learning Needs

Brittany, and you know that all styles are present in your classes so this will help all of your students be successful. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Memorable Examples

Joulette, this is a great point. If I share some of my early experiences & even failures/struggles it will help my students when they face these same situations. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Which Goal-Setting Process Would You Use?

Zillery, the top down method can be effective when we make sure to understand & then articulate the why to those we lead. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Michael, and social networks are a great recruiting tool for our institutions as well. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Michael, I think finding the activities where the cell phones can be used is a generally good idea. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Helping Students with Reading Challenges

Dena, the value of the teacher's patience & giving a little more time really is invaluable. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Locating Yourself in the Classroom

Jerome, these really are helpful techniques in connecting with the students & helping them stay engaged in the content. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

joel, and this really helps develop the critical thinking & analysis skills as well. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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