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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Reducing student cheating

Hi M. Hussain, What a thorough list to minimize cheating. It sounds like you do a fantastic job preparing your students for tests so that they should not have to cheat. Your students should appreciate the test review and how you do not put anything on the test that was not covered in class. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Emily, Students really get a kick out of it when we can share applicable stories/experiences as they apply to the lesson. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Kim, I can tell you thoroughly prepare for your classes. I am surely your students really appreciate how organized and ready you always are. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Kristina, Preparation is key! I've known some professionals to practice their lecture to their stuffed animals. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Theresa, Shy students seem to be a lot more vocal when less people are involved. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Kristy, Students need to understand the importance of treating everyone with courtesy, professionalism, and respect. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Reika, Great question to give students something to think about when it comes to cheating. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Kristina, Students need to be taught the importance of deadlines. Homework is a good way to get students to understand how important it is to meet deadlines, otherwise repercussions will take place. Patricia

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Making Students Active Learners

Hi Cindy, Students have a special fond for group work. Group work tend to be very effective toward learning for most students. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Therese, I like your pyschological approach! Listening is key as well. Patricia

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