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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Capturing student attention

Hi Ronald, Once you have tried various ways to capture an inattentive student's attention and nothing seems to work on your part, you must have a heart to heart with this student. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Teri, I like the extra effort on your part and the nice personal touch you provide to all students. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Ronald, This has always worked well. It is an effective way to minimize cheating. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Dorothy, It is super on your part to set your students up for success. Everyone wants to succeed. I like how you approach things here. I am sure your students are very comfortable with responding in class. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Travis, Students really get into the course if applicable stories/experiences are shared. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Raul, Showing examples is a great way to instill confidence in students. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi John, That's right, keep all business with the students strictly professional to avoid any type of problem. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Jan, It is solely the instructor's responsibility to make sure to successfully monitor the class so that effective learning can take place. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi David, What do you typically do to reduce cheating. I let my students know that they will be watched. I fully monitor the room, and I do not do anything else other than watch my students during test time. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi James, Guest speakers are awesome! Students love hearing from them. Having guest speakers is a great way to add variation to the class. Patricia

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