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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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Marianne, I always let my students know on Day 1 the importance of keeping their syllabus. I let them know that when their boss gives them paperwork on the job, it is their responsibility to keep up with their paperwork. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Karl, It is the instructor's job to find out what works best for bringing the silent student out of their shell. I like to do small groups with my silent students and make small talk with them as well. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Nicole, Professionalism is a must as an educator. Our students expect us to act professionally. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Cheryl, I make it a point to greet/have small talk with each of my students daily. Students like it when they are recognized by the instructor. This is a great way to build a relationship. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Anthony, Some students are looking for ways to call us out. As professionals we have to try our hardest to produce quality documents. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Christine, I also like to bring in classified ads so that students can see the skills/course are beneficial to their career. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Rosie, I have seen where classroom discussion can promote great critical thinking. It amazes me to see how some students can really think out of the box. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Deanna, Once students lose respect for you, it is very hard to regain. Keep the roles of the student/instructor clear. Favoritism is definitely frowned upon. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Jerry, We all make mistakes; accept them and move on. One of the biggest mistakes new teachers make is to tell students this is their first time teaching. This information is irrelevant, and it opens up a can of worms. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jumana, We have to make it clear to our students what the expectations are so that they do not go on false pretenses. Patricia

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