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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The Human Factor in Retention

Miriam, Knowing they have support is important for students and their success. If they are willing to put forth the needed effort then they can be successful using the supports. Everybody is a player in the the success formula. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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The Human Factor in Retention

Bruce, Well said and a good approach to how you engage your students. They all need to see that they are valued and a part of the class each time it meets. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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The Human Factor in Retention

Cynthia, Good point about helping them to see that they are not the only ones affected by their success or failure. Those that are behind them are as well. Knowing that they want to do well for their family is often a powerful motivator. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Students as Class Members

Miriam, Good points about student interaction and their engagement. These types of activities are what keeps the students coming to and participating in the class throughout the session. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Increasing Student Retention

Miriam, So true. Instructors can inspire students to completion and success. Through modeling and support the students know they can achieve much during their time in the class. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Being Successful in College

Dinesh, Good advice for the students to consider as they start a new course. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Using a Well-prepared Syllabus

Steven, The syllabus is such a powerful document for all those involved. Your use of it shows exactly what is going on and what the requirements are for the students. Everyone is on the same page this way. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Motivating Learners

Naomi, Good way to make a connection with your students and bring enthusiasm to your teaching. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Using Graphic Organizers

Tim, Good approach because you are creating additional learning connections between the brain, eyes and understanding. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Making Instruction Relevant

Curran, Good point about how you need to plan carefully to integrate learning activities that keep the students engaged and the course moving forward. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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