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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Involving silent students in class

Hi Tany, Super idea with the card. What a great way to add interesting discussion topics. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Bill, Nicely stated! Students get excited/motivated when they hear about money. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Martin, It is good to share both good and bad experiences so that students realize every day is not going to be peachy. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Tanya, I am right there with you. I do not go for extra credit. Do what you are suppose to do on required assignments and there would not be a need for extra credit. Great idea about the study outline. I do a study guide. Some instuctors do no do either, so our students should be grateful. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Mohan, I've had instructors to tell me I am too reminding, but I want my students to succeed. I see you remind your students throughout as well. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi James, Generally,there are outside factors involved. Our students have a lot going on. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Thomas, You see a lesson to be learned from everything. Great points made. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Laurie, Applying concepts to real life is always exciting for students. Patricia

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Common Instructor Mistakes

Hi Shawn, There is no need to perseverate on the mistake. Take it, learn from it, and move forward. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Stephen, $$$$$ bring interest! Patricia

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