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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Accommodating Learner Preferences

Joanne, Games let the students use their newly acquired knowledge while having fun playing a games. This is a win win situation for everyone. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Strategies for Increasing Student Motivation

Kimberlee , What are some successful feedback methods you use in your courses? Thanks for your input on this. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Making a Positive First Impression

Rabih, It certainly will. This is so important as you work to establish rapport with the students. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Making a Positive First Impression

Frank, Great to hear about your teaching success. I know you have impacted the lives of many students over the years. Keep up the good work. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Using a Well-prepared Syllabus

Christal, A good reminder of the value of a clear and concise syllabus. The students need to see the value of the syllabus as a resource and reference throughout the course. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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The Learning Environment Effect

Norman, Great example of how an informal cohort group can influence each other. This way all of your students are moving through the course and staying prepared. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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The Learning Environment Effect

Frank, Sounds like a comprehensive and well planned strategy to get the students through the material. They are getting the latest content with the personalized touch of their instructor. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Your Instructional Style

Christal, Very true. An instructor that is competent and confident is one that will be able to earn the respect of his/her students and then build that respect into rapport. This sets the stage for some very enjoyable and profitable class sessions. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Your Instructional Style

Joanne, Yes, they can be. My students love to play games, throw in some food as prizes and you will have their attention throughout the class. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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Motivating Learners

Rabih, Good point and one that students need to be reminded of repeatedly. There is a reason for their being in school and that is to advance their career opportunities. The more they realize that the greater their motivation will be. Gary Dr. Gary Meers

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