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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Capturing student attention

Hi Jessica, Making a student feel a part of the discussion is a sure way to keep them focused. No one likes being caught off guard. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Jennifer, I concur! Preparation is key! Be confident in your teaching abilities and showcase your skills confidently. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Joel, This is one of the fastest way to lose your job when you establish a personal relationship with a student, especially one of the opposite sex. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Leroy, I like it! contrary to belief, most students want to be challenged. They are not looking for an easy way out. It is the challenge that brings about the excitement. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Jason, Establish a relationship with introvert students will motivate them to communicate with you. Shy students have to have a sense of comfort with you before they will open up to you. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Ward, Culinary students must be quick to think on their feet! The questions that you presented had me thinking. It is good how you make these questions real to the profession. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Barbara, Good idea! Students love it when they are having fun while learning. I like how you give your students something to look forward to. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Brian, I concur! Make a strong presence on the first day so that students know that you control the class and not them. It is all in your presentation and demeanor as to how students look at you. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Stacy, Always have the students to participate so that you can measure as to whether they are understanding or not. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Mary, Adult students especially like knowing the why up front. When students understand the why, they have more of an interest as to what is going on. Patricia

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