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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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Douglas, yes, even though we've taught a subject for many years or have a great deal of experience in the field, we must always think about learning more & improving ourselves. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

remonica, yes, flash cards are a great way to help with the memorization of certain facts, ideas, etc. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Creating a Multi-sensory Learning Environment

Peter, this is very true. We do need to be careful that we don't "overgravitate" to one part of the class but spread out evenly. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Edwin, as much as possible, if we can identify their specific area of need we stand a much greater chance of really helping them succeed. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

Stan, it really is true that when we show we want to help them & demonstrate that care & concern, they are much more likely to seek our help. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Scott, and it helps show the value for their lived experiences that do contribute to the class. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Edwin, yes the more strategies or techniques we can use the greater chance teh diverse learners will have of grasping the content. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Stan, these are great reasons; and they learn to utilize the ideas & strengths of others in the problem solving process. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Locating Yourself in the Classroom

Melinda, I agree with you & your reasons. My energy in walking helps the students stay engaged & focused. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Lisa, yes the real life experiences help the students identify why these things are important & help them connect the abstract with reality. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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