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 buy in from students

Hi William, Great questions to pose, and I especially like how you make a personal story applicable to the course content. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Todd, When students know that you will sporadically ask questions, they tend to stay more alert. No one wants to be called upon and not know the answer. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Danielle, Variety is key! Students love role playing, scenarios, case studies, group projects, current events, etc. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Michelle, Long lectures should have frequent breaks and variety as well. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Frantz, That's right! We have to let our students know that we mean business, and we are preparing them for the real world. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Michelle, I agree! You have to always be ready for these type of students and put them back in their place in a very tactful and professional manner. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Susana, We are definitely role models to our students. We certainly should lead by eample. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Tammy, I have seen this as well. Boundaries must be established. The instructor needs to remember their role and not bring their personal life into the classroom. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Blossie, Having the opportunity to team teach is great, but if that opportunity does not present itself you must PREPARE thoroughly! Preparation is key! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Randall, What a great way to get all involved and eager to learn. I like how the question enhances the learning objective. Patricia Scales

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