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 Lorraine, It is great whenever every instructor enforces the same rules. Students really need and like consistency. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi David, I concur, this is such a great and positive way to break the monotony. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Marcia, Some people are chronic complainers, as educators we have to do the best we can to create a positive atmosphere for learning. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Christopher, I use a variey of teaching methods too, and I generally change frequently as well to keep interest up. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Scott, Students really enjoy and learn from personal stories that are applicable to the lesson/course. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Tammy, How creative! This is a great way to incorporate learning while having fun. Great use of technology (Blackberry) as well. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Diana, Super eye opener! I have not implemented this, but I certainly see the relevance of it. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Marcia, What a thorough job on your part to ensure your students are clear on everything. Your students should not have a reason to complain. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Jim, The syllabus is an excellent road map to make everything known. I even have my students refer back to their syallbus throughout the grading period so that they can see the importance of the syllabus. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Tamara, You are right! I simply let my students SEE that they are being watched. Patricia

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