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 Thomas, Even if you are unable to interact with each student daily because of having a large class, greet all and give all a pleasant smile. I try to treat all students the same so that no one feels picked on or neglected. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Kim, I always tell my new instructors, the students do not know you are a first timer unless you share that with them. Being a first timer is irrelevant to share with students...show them how knowledgeable, professional, caring, prepared, and organized you are. These characteristics exemplified will cause your students to respect you. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Eric, You can tell most of the time when students are trying/wanting to cheat because they watch your every move so that they can do what they need to do whenever you are not paying attention. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Ryan, I like the idea of cheating walls to block one's view. Students do have wandering eyes during test time. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Kelli, Distance is key in the student/teacher relationship. The relationship should be kept strictly professional. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Kelli, I concur! Guest speakers can bring real life happenings based on textbook theory. Guest speakers are valuable resources and a great way to network as well. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Ryan, Preparation is key and to get off on the right start is vital as well. You have to let your students know by your presence and actions that you are serious about their education. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Jeannie, It makes for a very interesting lecture whenever the instructor can share personal work experience stories with their students. Students are fortunate to learn from an instructor who has practical experience in the field. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Timothy, I like to share my educational credentials to let students know how qualified I am. I also like to showcase my expert skills in teaching to let my students know that I am extremely knowledgeble in the subject matter as well. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Brandon, Students love it when fun is involved while learning. Fun is healthy for all. Patricia

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