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 Anna, Reviewing is always a good thing for students. It is good to know that you enter class in the right frame of mind. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hello Christina, Using a very calm demeanor with students work. Whenever students are put at ease the nervousness decreases. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Christina, Before an instructor enters the classroom, the instructor should know how to explain the relevancy of the course content. Whenever students understand the relevance of a course, they tend to be more excited and interested in the course. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hello Christina, What creative way to get your silent students to participate. I've found that silent students tend to open up more in group activities. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Christina, It is vitally important to get to know your students. Rapport building is of the utmost importance. Students learn differently, you can better assist the student whenever you discover what type of learner the student is. Group discussions work well. I too am a proponent of group discussions. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Christina, You know when to make the call whenever you feel as though students are trying to take advantage of you. As mentioned, you want to help, but you have to use your best discretion. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hello Christina, I've seen where guest speakers, especially graduate guest speakers, really motivate and inspire students. Why do you think you do not see this type of excitement from your continuing ed students? Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Christina, You're right! I've seen it, it is extremely hard for many students to get back on track. I typically give all students a midpoint grade or talk to them if necessary before midpoint. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Christina, What do you typically do to motivate the younger students, and what do you do to assist the adults? Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Kathleen, Nicely responded to! You are right on point. Patricia

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