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

Sabina, It is sad when fellow professionals do not reflect professional standards. We need to remember that we are models for our students at all times and should reflect such. Good points about professionalism. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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The Human Factor in Retention

Susan, Well said. This is the human factor in teaching and we must never forget the impact it has on the success of our students. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Students as Class Members

Robert, Great idea. Thanks for sharing it with us. I know it will be valuable to other instructors as well. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Understanding Learner Characteristics

Ivy Joy, How do you set your plans up for your classes? Thanks for your input on this. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Strategies for Keeping Students Engaged in Learning

Laura, I use case studies in my classes a lot as well. They really do get the students involved don't they. Makes the class sessions fun while a lot of learning is occurring. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Joel, Good strategy. This gets their questions answered and helps them get settled into the course. Not to mention reducing their stress levels. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Using a Well-prepared Syllabus

Joel, A well prepared syllabus really helps keep the class focused and greatly increases the comfort level of the students. They know what is coming and what the expectations are so they can focus on learning. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Instructor REFOCUS

Martha, Well said and an important factor to consider as we move through our teaching careers. We need to stop long enough to enjoy our teaching and keep our enthusiasm for our field. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Using Graphic Organizers

Gaylene, I use them a lot myself and have the same praise for them. They really help to keep students focused. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Making Instruction Relevant

Gaylene, Your point is a critical one in terms of being able to target student learning. The more we know the better we can customize our instruction to meet the learning needs of our students. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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