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 excited about course content

Hi Daniel, Students need to and want to know how they are going to benefit from the course. Tell students the benefits of taking the course. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Chris, Some students just will not allow you to get close to them. I try to make small talk with the silent students daily to eastablish a rapport. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Thomas, Typically I do not have disciplinary problems at this level, however, when I do, I address the problem quickly and swiftly to let them know this type of behavior WILL NOT be tolerated. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Managing angry students

Hi Catharine, Listening is key! It is never a bad idea to have a witness sit in when you are addressing an angry student. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Christopher, I like the idea of a self evaluation, and then you give your own evaluation either adding or subtracting to theirs. This is a great way to determine if students recognize their strengths and their weaknesses in the area. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Shannon, It is simple, treat ALL students the same so that no comparisons have to be made. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Regina, Students are more engaged whenever a variety of teaching methods are utilized, such as role playing, simulations, scenarios, case studies, field trips, guest speakers, etc. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Mellisa, Guest speakers are the best! Guest speakers let students know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Susan, I concur! All problems should be dealt with quickly and swiftly. Consistency is key. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Stephen, Students love knowing that they are learning from a very knowledgeable instructor. Patricia Scales

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