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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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Luis, It is a great motivator to have students imagine themselves in their new chosen position. By imagining it helps students keep their eyes on the prize. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Judith, If a student understands the relevance of the course and how he or she can apply it, there becomes an automatic interest. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hello Luis, It is amazing how having a talk with a student can change things for the better. I've had many of these talks in my 20-year tenure. Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hi Luis, I am sure your students appreciate this type of involvement. Students enjoy having a say. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Myra, I like how you put the emphasis on producing GREAT employees, and how seriously you take you position, by stressing the ceritification exam. I can tell you want the VERY best for your students. Patricia

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Common Instructor Mistakes

Hi Luis, Educator mistakes are great teachable moments. It lets the students know that we are human too. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hello Vincent, It sounds like you know how to keep your students engaged. You are on point, the voice does need to project, and students will continue to keep coming back if they are having fun while learning. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Judith, Some of the high schoolers can be immature. We must continue to have patience with them so that they we can teach them how to be mature and responsible. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hello Darnell, I believe firmly in visuals. I have found them to be extremely helpful in more ways than one. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Mathias, The key is to try to connect with the quiet ones. Once a rapport is established, the student tends to open up to you. Patricia

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