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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Dr. Ryan Meers

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Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

renita, you make a great point here regarding making sure that we clarify that a student truly does have a learning disability. This is important so we make sure each student gets the help he/she truly needs. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

renita, this is great. These stories also help them learn from mistakes & connect the abstract to real. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Miguel , we as instructors need to be carefully monitoring the groups at all times for this kind of behavior. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

renita, and within this we then have a great chance to instruct both types of students in working with others & in a group. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Memorable Examples

renita, great example. I think it's a combination of the visual elements as well as the memorable story. If we can connect with those ideas the students have a greater chance of remembering. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Miguel , the instructor's enthusiasm is definitely contagious for the learners & we must be aware of how our mood impacts the room as a whole. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Reasonable Goals

Alise, this is a great point & the goals that aren't achievable will very quickly demoralize your team. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Setting Workplace Priorities

Art, this is definitely a challenge especially in regard to priority setting. I would also say it's important that your administration understand the importance of long-term planning on overall prevention so maybe the problems are a little fewer. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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The Capable Coach

Paul, there is a difference between coaching & managing. Coaching is definitely more focused on the development of the employee. Managing can be a very positive experience when performed correctly. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Social Networks

Jeff , this is very true & I echo your concerns. We must continue to reinforce to the students that good communication skills (all kinds) never go out of style. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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