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 Role Models

Jane, Are there any other aspects of being a role model that you would like to share with other instructors, especially those that are just starting their teaching careers. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Offering Varied Instructional Delivery

Wendy, Students like to have change of pace and variety in their instructional delivery. By doing so are appealing to the different learning preferences of your students. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Offering Varied Instructional Delivery

Janet, Yes, the supply demand analysis is tactile. The use of large and small muscle coordination ties into the cognitive aspects of the content and builds a stronger learning connection for the students. Any type of movement will work. The idea is to get them to make connections between mental, visual and tactile points with reinforce retention. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Autumn, Another strategy you might want to use when checking for understanding is the student feedback method. I give each student a 3X5 card and have them write down, three things they learned during the class/lab or unit, two questions they have about the content, and one thing that surprised them about what they learned. Thus 3-2-1. When they are through I know that every student in the class has the six things written down so I can call on any student for a response without putting them on the spot. All they have to do is look at the… >>>

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Learning from Instructor and Student Introductions

Wendy, I really enjoy introduction time with my new students. In fact tomorrow I start a new bunch through my courses so I get to enjoy having the students do their introductions and ice breakers. A fun time but very informative for everyone. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Developing Clear Goals and Objectives

Wendy, Like the way you describe how instructors need to plan and then approach student centered learning. It is for sure there will be the need for adjustments throughout the presentation of the content. This is where it pays to have a backup plan along with being creative so you can keep the course moving forward. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Lisa, What are some strategies you use to set a positive tone? Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Your Instructional Style

Lee-Ellen, This is a good opportunity for professional development. It shows your school values well prepared faculty and is working to help the faculty to continue to grow in expertise. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Defining Instructional Professionalism

Lee-Ellen, Well developed definition of instructional professionalism. This is what we should be about every time we interact with students. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Effective Motivation Techniques

LaShondra, A formula for student success. You are setting the tone for a positive learning experience by your students. This will get them engaged and focused on what is being taught. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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