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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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Zane, this is a great point & illustrates that communication is so much more than one person speaking but it really is a multi-layered process. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Identifying Important Communication Skills

Kenny, this is very true. Along with this I would say the enthusiasm we put into our voices as we speak. This really does communicate volumes. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Customizing Your Presentation

Matthew , yes, don't just pull out the old presentation & blow the dust off make sure you are keeping it fresh Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Jeremiah, I think this is a great strategy as it is preparing the students to be active learners. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Lenore , I think you make a great point here. While we want to look at & use the newest texts in our field, don't be quick to pitch the old editions, often they still have valuable information. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Florita, it really is interesting to note how many new methods & ideas we get simply from reading about the latest thoughts/ideas in our fields. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Growing Yourself as a Learning Facilitator

Florita, I agree that the more we can stay connected with our field & the latest trends the better instructor we will be. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Challenges of Using Students Groups

Jennifer, this is definitely a challenge, but can also be a great teaching opportunity to discuss how to appreciate the views of others & respect their opinions. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Memorable Examples

Jennifer, It is very interesting to note how these little things help them recall the information later on. Dr. Ryan Meers

Dr. Ryan Meers

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Using Memorable Examples

Joseph, I too have found that stories help greatly with that rapport. Our students want to know us & when we share our stories they get to know us as people. Dr. Ryan Meers

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