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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Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Albert, I wish you I had of had you as a high school physics teacher when I was in my pre-vet program. I did fear physics and still do. Made it but not sure how. You have such a great approach to help students to see the value of physics while reaching them at their level. Keep up your effort as you are impacting the lives of so many people. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Edward, I teach from 4 until 10 pm so I can really relate to your comments. I love teaching these students because they are motivated just as you say but I also have to work harder to keep them engaged due to the fact they are tired. We do some wild activities that get the blood flowing and their brains functioning. I am worn out at the end of the evening because I have to keep my energy up so they will. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Using a Well-prepared Syllabus

Edward, Good comments about the value of a well prepared syllabus. It is a guiding document that can do much to reduce confusion and frustration. You made me smile with your comment about having extra copies and putting it online. As adults you would think students would be able to hand onto their syllabus alas not so for a number of them. So the extra copies come in handy as to my referring them to the syllabus online. Humans are humans no matter their age. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Your Instructional Style

Albert, As a veteran teacher you know what captures their attention and it is such things as demos and projects. As you know adults are no different than children when it comes to being able to see and experience their learning. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Motivating Learners

Edward, Your experience and dedication as a professional educator combine to provide support and useable instruction to your students. You are a valuable resource and contributor to their career development. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making Your Expectations Clear

Nancy, Good reminder to self. Yes, it is the first and only time that group of students will be in the course and hear the information about the syllabus, etc.. We need to remember this as we teach our courses over and over so we remain fresh and excited about what we are teaching. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Sara, So simple but so powerful. Respect and motivation do go hand in hand in establishing rapport with students and keeping them engaged. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Julie, This positive first impression does speed up the connection process and with your short sessions this is a must. You are giving your students a head start in earning their respect and you establishing rapport with them. A win win for both. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Carlos, Right you are. It doesn't take long for students to figure that their instructor just walked into the class and is not prepared to share content and direct their learning. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Nikita, So true and it is important that we remember this as we prepare to start a new class. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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