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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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Unique, You are right! Guest speakers are awesome. They can really shed light about the real world as it pertains to a particular profession. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Mary, We need to monitor our students grasping of the materials, simply by following up. As an educator it should really matter to you as to whether your students are getting it or not. Patricia

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Sheila, I concur, and we make these establishments, we need to make sure to stick to our words. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Nicky, I like to make sure I am thoroughly prepared to reduce stress and anxiety. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Debbie, Yes they do, they also need to understand that doing assignments are very important, therefore as instructors we must follow up. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Brandy, This is a great way to get everyone involved, and I am sure it is fun as well. I make special effort to make small talk with the silent student to try to establish a relationship. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Nancy, I am the same way! I can teach a course a million times, but I will review my lesson plan each time. There is nothing more satisfying and confidence building to ensure that you really know. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Tim, I like the idea of having the students initial each section. This type of action let the students see the seriousness of the document, and it holds them accountable. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Leonard, I agree! We have to be awesome in all areas. I students look up to us in more ways than one. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Toni, All are great ways to minimize cheating. I definitely do not allow any type of electronic devices on the desk. Cell phones can be our enemies during test time. Patricia

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