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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Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Leslie, I LOVE your attitude! All educators should have this outlook! Continue doing your best! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Dionne, You have it! Consistency is a must! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Dr. Lindsay, Absolutely! Preparation is key! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Interacting with students

Hi LaTunija, I make it a point to interact with my students as soon as possible due to trying to build a professional rapport with them. It is good to get to know your students professionally. They will work hard to try to please you. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Teresa, Some instititutions have their students establish academic goals at the very beginning of their entrance. The students are met with at the end of each grading period to see how close they are to their set goals. This process helps keep the students eyes on the prize...graduate. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Jeanne, That's right! We have to hold students accountable, otherwise most will not do any work. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Rose, You are right! This is the whole pyschology behind this tactic. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Renee, Students want to hold onto the information when they understand how it pertains to them personally/professionally. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Sonya, Absolutely! When students understand the benefit of the course,they tend to try harder and are more motivated. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Chanda, When we teach we should try to teach our lessons geared toward all learning styles. Patricia Scales

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