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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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Douglas, Whevenver students can actually see a product, vehicle, etc. they automatically become very excited. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Dan, Absolutley, students EXPECT us to act as professionals. A lot of our students really do need positive role models. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Hector, You're right! A graduate guest speaker makes it them much more special. Guest speakers add a lot of excitement when they present. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi John, Students generally look up to you and respect you when you act professionally. When students lose respect for you, you've lost credibility. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Elizabeth, What a great strategy! I can fully understand how this will work. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Nancy, You never get a chance to make another first impression. Your first impression is very crucial. Walk in the first day and make a presence. Let your students know you have it all together. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Elizabeth, You are the perfect person to deal with these type of students. You've had a lot of the same hardships they have, and you made it! You can really sympathize and empathize with them. It is different when you've been through it. You can really talk about. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Erie, It is always good to be able to show based on the explanation. Students tend to have a better understanding when they can see it as well. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Mark, I like the idea! You are right, you must lead by example. Students really appreciate the mentorship from instructors verses the friendship. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Sunethra, Two great points to emphasize course relevancy. Students become very interested when these things are talked about. Patricia

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