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 James, Students enjoy hearing about personal experiences. What personal experiences have you shared with your students? Patricia

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Common Instructor Mistakes

Hello Joseph, It is always nice when you can include fun while learning. Students love to learn when it is fun! Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Thomas, What a great way to get your students ready for the next day's lesson. How has it worked out giving your students your personal telephone number? Do many students use this kind act to their advantage? Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hello Anthony, What kind of stores and/or experiences have you shared with your students to bring about excitement? Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hello Bill, At your institution do you use a review committee to reach results for various concerns, issues, challenges, etc.? Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hi Anthony, The workplace is definitely deadline driven. Establishing deadlines truly prepare students for the work world. Patricia

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Common Instructor Mistakes

Hi Bill, Nicely stated! A definite way to avoid mistakes is to know the rules, policies, and procedures of the institution. There are many, and at times you may have to go to the appropriate documentation to revisit the various rules, policies, and procedures. Patricia

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Getting Students Interested and Involved in Course Content

Hello Brad, Money is always a super motivator. I use money as a motivator in a lot of my classes as well. I have you found that students really focus whenever you mention money? Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Brad, What type of challenges have you had with students right out of high school? I certainly have had my challenges with these students. Patricia

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Dealing with Challenging Students

Hello Brad, Positive reinforcement always works well. I have PowerPoint presentations for each course that covers why they are taking the course and how the course will help them in the workplace. The students always get excited from the presentations. They are awesome! Patricia

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