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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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Laura, Absolutely! Guest speakers are priceless, and they can preach that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi John, Getting/keeping students involved is a great way to hold attention. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Noah, I like your tactics! Great ways to help students regain focus or maintain focus. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Connie, When adult students know the "why" they tend to hang on to the information. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Michael, You are in a great position for your students. You can really share your story to encourage students. Awesome to be a graduate of the institution where you are an instructor! Patricia Scales