Gary Meers, Ed.D.

About me

I am an Education Advisor/Consultant for MaxKnowledge. I write courses that assist in the professional development of career college instructors. These courses range in content from the introductory level to advanced instructional development. I started my teaching career as an instructional technology teacher on the high school level, completed graduate school and then moved into higher education. I spent many years in the area of teacher training at the University of Nebraska. While at the University of Nebraska I stared working with career college instructors to improve their instructional delivery skills. As a result of these experiences I have been a consultant to career colleges throughout the United States and a number of foreign countries.

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Understanding learner characteristics...

Hi Torri, Right you are. By using the three areas as a foundation you can adapt or adopt your instructional delivery to target the students more effectively. Gary

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Understanding learner characteristics...

Hi Ronald, This is a good point about balancing instruction to meet the different learning preferences of students. You have to be very flexible in this area as the class dynamics can change very quickly. Gary

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REFOCUS...

Hi Shiomo, That is why you need to be organized and clear on how you are going to manage the class. This will reduce the need to spend time on behavioral issues and can concentrate more on students and their learning of course content. Gary

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REFOCUS...

Hi Katrina, Great to hear! I wish you much success in your teaching efforts and as a result of your efforts I know your students are going to benefit from your dedication. Gary

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Becoming aware of retention strategies...

Hi Samuel, Good point. This is what being a mentor is all about. Being there and providing support when it is needed. This is what students really value. Gary

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Becoming aware of retention strategies...

Hi Beverly, Keep point. A simple gesture of knowing and using a student's name shows not only professionalism but also that you do care about them as individuals. Gary

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Becoming aware of retention strategies...

Hi Annette, Key point in the development of rapport with students. You are also modeling positive behavior for the students so they can see how such behavior will work for them when they are out in the work place. Gary

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Accommodating Learner Preferences

Hi Jacob, What have you found to be your most effective lecture formats with your students? Gary

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Motivating Learners

Hi Steve, I like it. We are all kids at heart. It is amazing to me what adults will do for a piece of Jolly Rancher candy. These kinds of activities gets them involved and excited for the upcoming class. Gary

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The Learning Environment Effect

Hi Charles, You make a very good point about students needing to understand different situations where they will be working and conducting their activities. They need to be flexible so they can be effective in different settings. Gary

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