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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Class management for student success

Hi Susana, You have a great outlook when it comes to class management. I can tell you go into your classes thoroughly prepared and ready to give your students everything you have. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Amy, I agree! Whenever shy students are a big fish in a small pond, they feel more of a sense of importance, and there contribution really matters. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Kris, I agree! Preparation and oganization are crucial. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Timothy, Students will buy in to a course once they understand the course will broaden their knowledge base so that they are more knowledgeable professionally/personally. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Juan, Computers are an easy one to sell to students. They come in knowing the improtance of computers. I teach these classes as well, and I like to bring in classified ads looking for people with these skills. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Miguel, Students love knowing that what they will be learning applies to the real world. They make a connection once they understand the application. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Crissia, I really like the approach that you take with your apprehensive students. You allow them to broaden their arts knowledge based on what they already know. Everyone is always comfortable with with they already know. Great pyschological approach. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Carolyn, Great! Always let students know that unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi William, Very thorough! I like to mention to my students potential income in their chosen field of study to get course buy in. I also like to express how the course is extremely useful in the workplace. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi John, Try using a graduate as a guest speaker. Students love hearing testimonials from graduate guest speakers. Patricia

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