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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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Garry, As educators we are certainly under close scrutiny from our students. They will catch our mistakes and certainly point them out to us. We have to let them know that we are human too, and we are far from perfect. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Ty, It is sure to generate excitement from the students whenever the instructor shows a passion for the field/subject matter. Personal stories/experiences are awesome to share with students to promote a sense of excitement/motivation. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Nancy, I really like the teamwork concept! Students are more receptive when they feel they are a part. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Claire, They will love her! I am sure she will be very uplifting and encouraging to the students. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi April, I also like to shade an area to emphasize importance or to repeat information to emphasize importance. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Wray, Listening is key! Simply just by listening, the issue resolves itself. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Tonya, This serves as a great way to know each other as well as to form long lasting friendship. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Kimberly, Students enjoy hearing stories that are applicable to the lesson. This is certainly a great way to break routine. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Nancy, I agree 100% effort! We expect timeliness from our students and for them to do what is expected, therefore we should act accordingly. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Jennelle, Awesome response! You are right, we teach more than just the subject matter. We must teach and lead by example as to how to be professional in the workplace because keeping the job is just as important as getting the job. Patricia

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