Dr. Ryan Meers

About me

I have a passion for education and especially for ensuring that all of us continue to apply what we have learned. I am excited about the opportunity that the Lounge provides for all of us to discuss how we are applying what we have learned & to share those great ideas.

I have had a varied background from secondary education to corporate training & now working in the career college sector. But while I have moved in different circles it has always been surrounding my passion of education. I look forward to our conversations.

Website

http://www.maxknowledge.com/faculty.php?id=11172

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Dr. Ryan Meers

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Robert, you make an excellent point here. I think the key is to utilize the various methods to engage all of the learning styles, this way we should connect with all learners. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Effective Presenter

Tabitha, yes, to all of this. Practicing your speech out loud really is great practice. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Experiential Learning for Gen Yers

Sharon, and I think one of the keys to this is making sure that we debrief with them & walk them through the learning. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Gen Y Students and Technology

Christal, this does seem to be the case. Although there is a movement away from technology as well. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Christal, I would agree that teaching Gen Y is definitely a very active effort & we do need to work to keep them engaged. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Susan, the repetition is key to learning & especially in certain types of tasks really becomes a safety issue. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Jim, yes, the personal relationship & demonstration of our willingness to help is key to helping the students to be successful. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Donald, yes exactly! By showing that we acknowledge their life experiences & value them we can connect so much better & help them open up to learning. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Terry, yes, which shows the need for us to demonstrate & communicate the value early on. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Social Networks

Laurie, this is a great point on how we can use these tools to help support our students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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