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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Strategies for Keeping Students Engaged in Learning

Robert, Good offering of variety and and engagement for your students. This way you are keeping them focused throughout the class session. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Instructors as Role Models

Dejan, Simple concept but one that has powerful implications for a successful future. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Accommodating Learner Preferences

Ruben, There are some fields that change so fast that I don't know how instructors keep up and yours is one of them. I commend you for your effort because you are making sure that your students receive the latest and most comprehensive information that is available. This is so valuable to them and their future. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Making a Positive First Impression

Ruben, Thank you for sharing your experience with a poor first impression and the impact it had on you and the class that session. I know your experience will be of help to other instructors especially those just starting out in their careers. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Instructor REFOCUS

Lyle, What are some strategies that have helped you in refocusing your instructional effort? I know your suggestions will be valuable to other instructors. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Instructor Enthusiasm

Marjorie, So true and so important. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Being Successful in College

Romana, This type of support is so important for students that are on the bubble. You have given her hope by taking your time and letting her know how she can be successful. This will help her to chart a path of positive effort leading to her passing the course. I wish both of you much success. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Using a Well-prepared Syllabus

Robert, It is the GPS for the course and thus needs to be accurate and useable. Good point. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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The Learning Environment Effect

Julie, Great way to open a new class. You are creating a personal foundation for each student with this method. From then on it is a building process of respect and rapport. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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Your Instructional Style

Julie, Good way to find your own style and then define yourself within. This way you are projecting your personality and expertise to your students so they can see you as the learning leader that you are. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.

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