Patricia Scales

About me

I've been a career educator for over 20 years. I currently serve as the Academic Coordinator for Brookstone College of Business and continue to be active in the classroom as a Business Instructor. My motto is "A student doesn't care how much you know, until they know how much you care." I was honored to receive the Career College Association National Teacher of the Year award in 2001. I just love teaching!

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Teresa, Examples are extremely helpful for students. Students feel more at ease whenever they have an example to go by. We want to do all we can as educators to help our students succeed. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Angelia, A prepared/organized instructor is an effective instructor. When you are prepared, you're ready, and the anxiety definitely decreases. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Bonnie, Yes. I always have each student prepare 2-3 questions for the guest speaker. When a guest speaker is available, it is a great time to pick their brain. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Kevin, We as instructors must also respect our students. Just because we are the authoritative figure, it does not mean we have to be disrespectful. Normally, if you give respect, you will receive respect. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Jennifer, I like your enthusiasm. You're right no one wants to be bored. Enthusiasm starts at the top with the instructor. Students can tell when you are excited about the subject matter. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Gail, Our students enjoy hearing our stories. It is always good to share the serious side as well as the fun side so that students can understand that any profession can be fun, but you must do your work. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi John, Your students are very fortunate that you go to extra measures to make sure their course requirements are clear. Great job on the monitoring. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Richard, Nice response! Preparation is key. It is always best to have too much than not enough. I can tell you are well prepared for class. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Angelia, Students enjoy hearing scenario's that are applicable to the lesson. Scanario's add flavor to discussion. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Kimberly Brookins, Get over it because you decided to allow the student back in class. I understand your point about stopping someone from getting their education, but you could have had the student removed from your class and not expelled from school. This student needs to be taught a lesson. Patricia

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