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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Reducing student cheating

Hi Allison, Great idea! I especially like the idea of the makeup test being in essay format. I am sure most students try to take their test on time. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Brandon, I understand! I tend not to joke because most jokes are over my head, and I am simply not a joker, however I am strong when it comes to writing/saying positive comments. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Alejandro, Great way to strive for perfection! I can tell you want to be the best that you can be! I like taking side notes in the text based on that particular section as to what I need to change. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Crystal, I concur! These are adults, and they should not have to be reminded constantly about anything. In the workplace their boss will not constantly remind them. They must take responsibility, otherwise they will be terminated. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Lynn, I know, it is great for all involved. Students appreciate being shown an example because they SEE exactly what they need to do. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Cristina, Visual adds great clarity! Students have a better understanding by seeing exactly what is expected of them. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Milton, Labs and projects generate a great deal of critical thinking on the students part. These activities are great because active learning is taking place as well as critical thinking. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jimmy, Visualization makes things very clear to students. Students tend to really understand better if they can see it. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Barbara, You are right! Guest speakers are a valuable resource. Guest speakers can share how theory is actually being applied in the workplace. Patricia

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Dan, Over the years I've learned that when the instructor assigns groups it works out better. When I assign groups I make sure the groups are balanced academically. I have at least one "A" student in every group. Patricia

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