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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Interacting with students

Hi Rick, Shy students really have to warm up to those who are around them, and they are more likely to come out of their shell once they warm up. They must feel comfortable around you. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Carol, The more real we can make a concept. The more buy in you will get from students. Students like hearing practical stories that are applicable to the lesson. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Eddie, I agree! We should certainly act the part as well as look the part. Our students look to us to teach them acceptable professional behavior. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Carey, Absolutely! Practice what you preach! Lead by example! Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Mary, You are very special to your students; you go the extra mile. Our students need to see that they can accomplish something, be it small or large. I like the little increments you take with your students so that they can reach their overall goal. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Danielle, It makes a different presence when you are on your feet while students are testing. Students are less likely to cheat when you stand and circulate the room. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Scott, When students know that you are paying attention they are much less likely to cheat. We must have eyes like hawks during testing time. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Faith, Try prewriting your thoughts so that full words can be utilized. Our students need to see proper writing as much as possible due to all the texting that is being done. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Ashley, I like the goal you have in mind. The ultimate goal should be for the student to return to the classroom to continue with the learning process, if at all possible. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Scott, Visual helps with keeping students alert and add clarity. Patricia

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