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 relevancy of course content

Hi Cynthia, What good ways to show relevancy to the course content. These ways work beautifully! Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Michael, I would honor their request, but I would let them know that it would have a negative impact on their participation grade. In the same breath, I would encourage them to respond in class. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Robert, Great points made! Guest speakers are great for reinforcement! Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Homer, Never shoot a student's answer down. Try to encourage/guide the student as much as possible. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Rebecca, Focus on how they can benefit from the knowledge learned in the course to utilize in the workplace. Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hi Renee, It is good to have variation when it comes to learning methods due to the different types of learners. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Shalika, Students love and enjoy hearing our stories. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Allison, Never single out a student! If you bark, they will bark louder. Have a private one-on-one conversation. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Rebecca, There are not any specific rules I follow. I am a well respected instructor, and I carry myself professionally at all times. I have an open door policy, and I am very approachable. I am also very easy to talk to. These charateristics will definitely help build rapport. Patrici

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Rody, There should be no mistaken that you are their instructor ONLY. Patricia

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