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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Managing angry students

Hi Marina, That's right! Listening is key! Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Byron, Befriending students after graduation is appropriate, befriending students while they are in school is asking for trouble. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi John, Absolutely! It helps when students see the big picture from the beginning! They know what the end result should be. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Casey, Absolutely! Our students are busy enough. Each assignment should be very purposeful. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Robert, I like the way you handle the angry student. You allow your students to do whatever behind closed doors, but in the classroom you ensure an environment that is conducive to learning. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Eric, You are on point! You just said everything that I do. Students should feel that they matter, and they really do. We can be friendly, smile, and approachable yet maintain professionalism. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Susan, You make sure students fully understand what is expected of them. I am sure your students get it. You provide great clarity. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Jeff, Great ways to get students excited. I teach Professional Development, and I like to get my students excited by sharing placement information with them whenever graduates find jobs to begin their careers. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Maureen, You certainly can learn from your mistakes. Use each mistake as a lesson learned and try not to make the same mistake twice. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Kevin, Once respect is lost, it is extremely hard to regain it. Patricia

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