Patricia Scales

Hi Joseph, Visual is a great way to gain students interest. Seeing is believing and very exciting and motivating. Patricia

Hi Larry, Great way to instill confidence! We need to continue to think of creative ways to uplift our students. Patricia

Hi Donald, I agree! You are your biggest competitor! Patricia

Hi Ramon, I hear you loud and clear. I've heard these type of concerns a million times over my 21 years. I tell the student to stop that type of conversation and to come with me so that we can talk. I tell them how the chain of command works if they have any concerns. I also let other instructors know what the student's concerns are with them if they mention another instructor. In addition, I tell the student to go to the instructor, that's proper protocol. Patricia

Hi Luis, Students tend to really get it whenever examples are shown. You are right students know exactly what direction to go in. Students love being shown examples. Patricia

Hi Jr., It is important for students to fully understand the how and they why of everything they do in education. Students want to and need to know how they are going to benefit from it all. Patricia

Hi Linsey, Super list! I also like to have bell ringers. I ask a simple question 5 minutes before the students leave based on the lecture/activity of the day to keep students on their toes. Bell ringers are worth 100 points toward the students daily grade. Patricia

Hi Luis, Learning Spanish period makes a student extremely marketable. I have found that bilingual (English/Spanish) students have unlimited employment opportunities. The employment opportunities provide a sense of great motivation and excitement. Patricia

Hi Matthew, It is solely the instructor's responsibility to manage the class effectively. Students need us and expect us to be the leader in all areas of the classroom. Patricia

Hi Christina, Great variety to keep your students engaged! I like to use technology every opportunity that presents itself. I also like to talk salary with them. Patricia