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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Defining Instructional Professionalism

Hi Martha, What are some contributing components to the development of instructor success and confidence? Gary

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Strategies for Increasing Student Motivation

Hi Martha, How do you let the students know you are there to support them? How do they see you contributing to their career development? Gary

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Making a Positive First Impression

Hi Martha, What do you think makes the biggest first impression when you start a new course? Gary

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Developing Clear Goals and Objectives

Hi Martha, It also helps to reduce student stress. They know what the expectations, requirements and polices are of the course. They then can determine how they will best fit within the course structure and your teaching style. Gary

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Comprehensive Planning for Instructional Success

Hi Martha, You are right about students knowing when an instructor is not prepared. What have you found to be the most helpful to you as you do your instructional planning? Gary

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Motivating Learners

Hi Martha, You are right on with your sharing of why you like teaching in your area. The students can see that you are excited about the field and this transfers to them as well. It is a really motivating force. Gary

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Expanding Your Instructional Abilities

Hi Martha, How have you found these classes to be helpful in your teaching? Gary

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Instructors as Role Models

Hi Martha, What are some ways that you present a professional attitude to your students? Gary

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Hi Alona, Can't emphasize planning and organization too much for instructors. By having a clear plan and the back up to implement that plan an instructor can relax a bit and enjoy being with the students and work at developing rapport with them. This leads to increased student retention and satisfaction. Gary

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Making a Positive First Impression

Hi Alona, A first impression is powerful when it comes to getting the students settled into the course as you mentioned. What are some strategies you have found to be effective in making a good first impression and setting the students at ease? Gary

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