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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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Carol, I also like to have more than what I need for a class lecture. I like to have at least two lectures worth of material so that I do not have idle time. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Jackie, Instructors should never "hang out" with students. Hanging out with students can be perceived as negative from others. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Pamela, It is very important to go over the syllabus on Day 1 so that students know exactly what to expect. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Joe, Great advice! I also handle this student behind closed doors, and I simply listen to the student. Generally, just by listening this calms the student. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Michael, Great idea! What type of anecdotal have you used in the past? Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Don, Nicely stated! Generally, when I teach a new concept, I try to utilize methods so that I can capture all types of learners. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Victoria, I've heard these responses as well, but it is still no excuse. Students must realize for every choice there is a consequence. If you choose not to do what you are suppose to, then it is your fault not someone else's; students must realize this. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Sandra, I other rearrange the test or give a totally different test that tests on the same concepts. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi David, Absolutely! Students must learn how to take responsibility for their own actions. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Karen, Great points! I agree whole heartedly. Graduate speakers are super! Patricia

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