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 student complaints and challenges

Hello Dorenda, May I add, go over the syllabus and outlines with the students thoroughly. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Dorenda, Distance is important when it comes to a student/teacher relationship. It is funny what can be perceived from distance. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Philippe, Students appreciate being taught practical concepts. They want to know how information is going to help them in the work palce. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi James, Caring is a good way to get students to buy in. In addition to what you've mentioned enthusiasm, passion, knowledge, etc. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Eli, Each student is to be handled differently based on the personality, therefore it is important to get to know your students. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi William, Nicely said! Show them what they need to do so that they can do it! Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hello William, I too promote certifications. I teach the entire Microsoft Office Suite, and I emphasize to my students the marketability of knowing these softwares. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi B. A., My institution has a policy in place for making up tests. Perhaps, you institution should adopt such a policy. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi William, It is great that you utilize various methods to capture your students attention. You reach all learners by using the various methods. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hello William, Do not put up with their rudeness. Get higher authoring involved, such as the academic dean or the director. Patricia

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