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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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Michael, I completely agree that staying current on topics is vitally important for instructors. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Strategies for Working with Students with Learning Disabilities

James, I agree; especially with our young adult learners, much of the ownership has to be on them. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Instructional Support for Students with Learning Disabilities

James, not that I'm aware of; I would recommend making sure other students know, just in case you are discussing something personal. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Most Common Form of Learning Disability

Tara , I think case studies are a great idea; maybe also some questions that require them to paraphrase what they read. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Life Experiences in the Classroom

Sherry, yes those real life experiences are a great way to promote learning & application at the same time. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Understanding Diverse Learners

Radha, I agree that a big part of it is staying in tune with our students & properly monitoring their progress. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Helping Students with Reading Challenges

Tara , these are great ideas to help those readers who may be struggling. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Helping Students with Reading Challenges

James, yes, it is very important to see if anything has been documented & accomodations called for. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Positive Outcomes

Radha, great point made here; groups can be a great tool to ease non-traditional learners back into the educational environment. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Sherry, I would agree, or spend some time talking about the importance of diversity beforehand. Dr. Ryan Meers

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