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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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Donna, We have to help new instructors to understand that the students liking them is not what is most important; what is most important is that the students respect them and fully understand that the instructor has the knowledge, care, and professionalism to help change their lives. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Kelli, It is important to go over the course requirements with students on Day 1. Students need to know exactly what is expected of them as soon as possible. I even know of some instructors that will have a quiz on the course requirements to ensure students fully understand what is expected of them. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Ruby, I agreee. Even adults need a structured environment. Students will certainly begin to complain if the environment is not conducive for learning to take place. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Bridgette, When students know that they are going to be involved in the lecture, they pay closer attention because no one likes being called upon and not know the correct answer. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Sarah, Super way to get all involved. I am sure most of your students are very knowledgeable due to this activity. It forces them to know their terminology because they know a medical term will be on the board daily for them to respond to. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Maria, I like the humor! I am certain every educator will support this bill other than the cell phone bill. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Kelly, I fully understand. Our students enjoy our teaching, but it is good for them to hear from another professional to change things up. I like it how you give your guest speaker a list of things to discuss instead of allowing the guest speaker to have free range. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Vida, Students like it when we become personable with them. They feel that they matter and that we are approachable. Simply by greeting students and telling them bye we produce a very welcoming and comfortable environment. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Allan, Students get it when they are shown/told how the course will benefit them in the workplace. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Maria, That's right! We need to stick with the old school way so to speak. These personal technological devices can be a BIG distraction in the classroom. Patricia

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