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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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hi Christine, You must have boundaries. Some situations may be extenuating, and those situations should be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hello Christopher, Great idea of making this student feel very important. In the future, try having a firm conversation with this type of student, it generally works. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi George, Great analogy! This is an analogy everyone can use in their classes so that students can understand the relevance of various courses. Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hi Laurie, I have a question answer session based on the various concepts that have been taught, and we discuss these concepts at length. I act like Oprah, and the sudents act as my audience. Patricia

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Common Instructor Mistakes

Hi Laurie, I've had a similar situtation. You have to do the very best that you can. Each time it will get better. It will take some time to perfect things. Hang in there. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Terri, How would you describe your energy level as an instructor? The enthusiasm in the classroom should start with the instructor.

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Hilary, Focus on the students who want to be there. Do not let the students who do not want to be there spoil it for everyone else. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Kimberly, I like the tactics you use to capture the various speeds of students. It seems to be a nice blend; and it works well. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hello William, Our students do not like to read, but as you do, we must hold them accountable. I like the various activities you use to include fun while learning. Superb idea! Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hi George, As an instructor, you have to be very explicit with your explanations. I always ask the questions several time, Does everyone understand? Are there any questions? Am I clear? Some students will not speak up, but they know I am willing to help and will come see me during office hours for clarity. Patricia

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