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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Instructors as Motivators

Hi Kelly, I agree about the energy statement. We have to ramp up and bring excitement and energy to the classroom if we expect our students to be engaged. Gary

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Instructor Enthusiasm

Hi Gary, I agree with you on this assessment of the value of instructor enthusiasm in relation to student success. "Knowing your instructor is supportive of your efforts and is their to help you can really make a difference in your learning." Gary

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Instructor Enthusiasm

Hi Katharine, I agree with your assessment of what enthusiasm can do for student engagement and learning. It makes a major difference in how students perceive the importance of the course content. Gary

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Hi Bill, You have an essential role to play in the success of students. The more support and skill enhancement you can provide the greater their success rate is going to. Keep up the good work. Gary

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Hi Ray, This is a great way to get the students' attention. They can clearly see the different and why they need to have good communication skills. Gary

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Hi James, I like this approach because it keeps the students engaged between class sessions. They know they have access to you as needed and this is important for their learning success. Gary

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The Learning Environment Effect

Hi Eric, Excellent points on how to see through and establish a positive learning environment for students. Gary

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Instructors as Role Models

Hi Mary, Good comments about how to establish yourself in the classroom. Yes, you will be tested and when you are you have a plan for handling such situations which will result in keeping the class moving forward. This sends a very powerful signal to students that you are in control and prepared to instruct them. Gary

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Developing Clear Goals and Objectives

Hi Jerry, This is a good point about sharing expectations with student right from the beginning. This approach reduces their concerns and frustrations while helping them get settled into the course and planning out how they will meet the assignment deadlines. Gary

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Making a Positive First Impression

Hi Gloria, This is great to hear. I am glad you had a very successful class. I wish you much continued success in your instructional delivery and student interaction. Gary

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