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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Engaging Gen Y Learners

Jo Ann, connecting the assignments to the objectives & goals is crucial. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Social Networks

lorraine, I definitely agree that the use of social networking is an individual choice by instructors. The greatest challenge in the classroom is too often they are a distraction to those around them & hence why many schools simply ban the devices all together. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Social Networks

Jill, yes, the "grapevine" while always alive & well has taken on levels of credibility in recent years that are amazing. Helping this generation understand the difference between opinion & fact is vital. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Gretchen, I think depending upon the class & the subject being taught this can be a valuable instructional tool. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Strategies for teaching Gen Yers.

Jill, I agree that this is a good strategy to keep the Gen Y learner engaged. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Characteristics of generational learners

Lisa, yes, once we are "armed" with the right information we have a greater chance of reaching each learner where they are & helping them in the best way possible. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Technology and Generation Y Learners

Jill, I agree that this is a great strategy as it makes the expectations clear & teaches them to use a variety of sources. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Michele, student interaction is a great way to keep the Gen Y learner engaged. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Characteristics of Generation Y Learners

Lisa, I definitely agree that we are challenged to make sure the presentation is engaging, yet making sure we don't sacrifice content for entertainment. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Maximizing Retention Through Memory

Karen, using personal experiences & knowledge is a great technique. Dr. Ryan Meers

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