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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Capturing student attention

Hi Michael, My voice projects as well. I have heard students say you can not go to sleep in Mrs. _____ class. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Manuel, Students love to be given examples to go by; it helps give them a better understanding. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Francic, This tactic really works; try it. I've even scrambled questions to get a different order, but it is the same test. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Ty, Students want to know how they will be able to utilize the information in the workplace. Once the realize they can use it on the job, they automatically become interested. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Grace, Nicely responded to! Students need to know the outcome of their assignments so that they can determine if there are any areas they are weak in. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Patricia, I've noticed as the student is writing, the student is letting off steam. This is a good tactic to use to help the student calm down. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Patricio, I agree. The classroom is no place for you to discuss your personal problems. Students are there to learn not to be your personal counselor. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi George, I can tell you teach to your course objectives. Great points indicated! Patricia

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Tina, What type of things do you notice whenver the climate of the classroom is changing? Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Andrew, May be a field trip will add to all the exciting activities you conduct. Patricia

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