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 Elizabeth, Confidence does come with experience. I truly love teaching as well. I am a 21-year veteran. I don't want to do anything else. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Ellen, There is nothing more exciting than having a graduate guest speaker. Students become very excited and motivated. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Terry, You customize each class, which is great. You do not have a one size fit all approach. Great job! Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Paul, You're right! You can not change a person. As educators we must continue to try to bring out the best in the student. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hello Sabrina, It seems like the student learned something from this situation. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Sabrina, What type of ativities/services you have at your institution to minimize stress? Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hello Anne, Nicely responded to. You covered all bases. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Anne, Great use of guest speakers. Students love guest speakers. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Ronald, You give your angry student ample opportunity to calm themselves. You are very fair in the situation. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Rolando, Yes, PowerPoint is an awesome teaching tool because it does appeal to all type of learners. Imagine how life was without PowerPoint. Patricia

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