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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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jeb, Learning styles vary from student to student. Examples add great clarity as to what is expected of the student. The visual learners love seeing the finished example. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Steven, I use this strategy as well! I make it a point to make small talk with my silent students daily to try to build a rapport with them. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Jamie, I love this idea! I teach telephone techniques, and I allow my students to do a lot of role playing based on various scenarios. The students really get into the role playing part of the lesson. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Anthony, I agree! I try to give my shy students some type of role that forces them to participate. I also make it a point to make small talk with my shy students to try to build a rapport with them. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Joseph, I really like your outlook when it comes to helping students. I can tell you go to great length to ensure your students are successful. We are fortunate to have educators such as yourself. Continue to put students first! Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Ghia, Even adult students will run all over you, if you allow it. You have to let your students know that you mean business. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Katherine, I concur! Students get the idea that oh, I can do this. Examples add clarity and great motivation for students. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Maria, It sounds like you make real good use of your computers. What do you do to reprimand your students if policies are broken? Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Debra, Whenever you can relate the course to the real world, students buy in. They gain a keen interest as to what is going on. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Kelly, You have a great plan in place to ensure you cover all bases. It is always good to have too much work than not enough work. Patricia

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