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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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Jerry, I have experienced that there are even some students that have the same problems as others, and I have had students talk to each other to share how they overcame the problem; students care really share things in a positive light with other students. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Sylinda, As instructors we must be professional at all times. Students are always watching us. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Akeilah, Absolutely! Lead by example, and remember action speaks louder than words. Show your students that you are the professional that you want them to become! Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Ashley, Students will certainly respect you more when they regard you as being very professional. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Ashley, Doing a thorough job with going over the syllabus cuts down on a lot of confusion. Students appreciate knowing exactly what is required of them. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Kimberly, I also like to roam the room to keep students on their toes. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Sara, Every student loves it when the instructor knows them by name. Students feel important when they are known by name. Instructors should be the professional that we want our students to become. Lead by example. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Sherry, Preparation is key! Students love clarity and knowing exactly what is expected of them. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Kimberly, Respect is everything! Students check you out from head to toe on a daily basis. They want your every move, and they listen to how you speak as well. Students examine instructors very closely. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Yowanda, This is a subtle way to let the cheater know, you need to stop this because obviously cheating did not help. I am sure they get the message quickly without you ever saying a word once they get their test back. Great eye opener for the cheating student. Patricia

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