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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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Erika, these really are great techniques. Also, adults learn best through conversation & by allowing them to discuss they are engaging in conversation. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Technology and Generation Y Learners

Jeff, this is a great point & a great perspective. We have a great opportunity to reach them by using various technologies in our approach. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Providing Support to Students with Learning Disabilities

Marie, yes the simple act of asking them what works best for them is a great strategy. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Needs

Marie, this is a great technique & really goes along with good test construction. Often questions on surveys or assessments are asked a couple different ways in order to make sure the participant answers consistently. A great way to test that knowledge. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Positive Outcomes

Shawna, ths smaller group sizes really do help with that individualized attention both from you & other students. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Using Memorable Examples

Myrna, this is a great technique & I can see why the examples are what helps them retain the information the best. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Shawna, you are right that communication skills really are a package deal & it is hard to say which might be more important than another. Listening is also a key part of communication that many overlook. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Lee, this is so true & the team work helps prepare them for the real world work experience. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Lee, this really is a good strategy in order to keep the attention of today's learner. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Laura, this is a great way to help them see the "big ideas" of the course/program as well as to see the little details. Ryan Meers, Ph.D.

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