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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Managing angry students

Hi Joe, Once you know you have done your absolute very best then you should be able to rest easy! Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Tim, I felt your calm demeanor in your response. You gave an excellent response. I am a firm believer to never let your students attitude cause you to display a bad attitude. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Ronald, It is good when we can accept that even as educators we are not perfect. Constructive feedback from upper management is always good. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Mary, Girls can be a big handful. They have a lot going on in their lives that they do not mind sharing. As you stated, we must listen and give the best advice possible. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Ydania, Absolutely! Things are much clearer to students when they can see an example. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Maimoona, It is extremely important to interact with students. Students will open up to you in more ways than one, if they feel they have developed a rapport with you. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Shellie, I agree! Only deal with what is within your scope. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Joe, Creating a positive image does have a lot to do with what's in the inside as well as the outside. Great point! Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Rhonda, How do you go about maintaining a professional image? Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Jamie, Shy students can be a challenge to deal with. I normally find out their interests, and I initiate conversations based on their interests to help them come out of their shell. Patricia

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