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 Mohammed, I have found that showing examples have motivated students and have added great clarity as to what is expected of them. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi William, Wow, you must cover a lot of material in the course where it takes you three days. I go over what is to be covered in the course on Day 1. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Lawrence , I like the idea of giving students reminders. We are really in the business to help our students succeed. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Teresa, I can tell you are excited about teaching. I know your enthusiasm rolls over to your students. Stay excited so that you students will be excited. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Craig, We have to let our students know that we are there to help them succeed. If they need help all they have to do is ask for it. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Kristina, Yes, as instructors we are some of our students ONLY role model. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Chanelle, I also like to give shy students some type of leadership role to encourage great participation. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Thomas, It is good to give students a summary of what they are going to learn. Students have something forward to look to. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Wesley, I too like to introduce myself. Students need to know a little about us so that they feel more comfortable with us. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Shantel, Wow, I love your outlook when it comes to professionalism. I can tell you lead by example. Continue being the great role model you are for our future professionals. Patricia Scales

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