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 Wray, Perhaps if you are covering a particular topic, you may be able to showcase that topic by utilizing youtube. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Steven, Knowing from Day 1 is crucial. Students need to be made aware as to what is expected of them on Day 1 so that they can begin to prepare. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Sandra, This is a great way to teach accountability as well as to showcase team work. Both of these traits are important in the workplace. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Garry, I bet you have gotten better with this because experience is certainly the best teacher in our profession. I learned many years ago if something is not working switch gears immediately. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Trina, I like the active learning portion that you try to include. I am sure your students participate readily in the reading assignments because they never know if you are going to have them perform or not. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Becki, Having an enthusiastic instructor such as yourself is absolutely awesome! Excitement starts at the top with the instructor. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Jill, This is a way to let all students know that you are serious, and you really care about their success. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Monica, Students get it whenever they understand how the course is applied in their career. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Mildred, I have been teaching for over 22 years, and I still use a check-off list to make sure I cover what needs to be covered for the day. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Mildred, It is much better to be well respected than well liked. Students are not looking for another friend. They are looking for professionals to model themselves after. Patricia

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