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.

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

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Dr. Ryan Meers

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Melissa, you are right that we need to make every effort to truly understand each of the learners in our classes so we can best reach each of them. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Effective Presenter

Michelle, these are all definitely key skills in ensuring an effective presentation. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Most Important Supervisory Skills

Thomas, I would agree. This allows the leader to influence & see the potential in others, but ensures that the follower is moving forward of their own accord. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

David, I would agree that it seems like many parents too quickly reach for this "solution." We need to work hard to help these students will all of the skills you have mentioned. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Leslie, this is a great strategy & I'm anticipating will go far in helping the students stay engaged. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Crissia, this is so true. Each of us likes to be recognized as a person & this provides that value to the students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Israel, this is a great strategy. Give each member of the group a specific task to complete so all have something for which they are accountable & can be graded. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Reasonable Goals

John, this is a good point. While we may have uniform goals for our employees, we need to allow for different ways of accomplishment & embrace the diversity we have in our work places. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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The Effective Presenter

John, yes, the audience analysis is a key part of our effectiveness. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Mapping How People Learn to the Classroom

Melinda, great point made here. The multiple intelligences can really help us understand & embrace the diversity in the work environment. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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