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 Leanne, Anytime active learning can take place, students tend to be very engaged. Utilizing technology is a sure winner as well. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Sara, Absolutely! As educators, we must maintain our professionalism and do not lose our cool. Calmness on the instructor's part is key. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Rosemarie, This tactic is very effective. These students know exactly what you are doing, and I have seen where most will perk up and begin to become attentive. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Meighen, I concur! Students must know how they are going to utilize the information learned in their career. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Larry, I concur! We should want to know how our students are progressing so that if they aren't we can provide help. It is our job to grade papers. Immediate feedback is crucial to a student's success. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Shannon, I like the idea of a quote. I use inspirational quotes in my classes, and students love them. They set a positive tone for the class. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Debra, I concur! Your energy level is way down as an instructor when you sit, thus making the students energy level low. Standing projects a different energy level while teaching. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jennifer, Students like to and need to know what is expected of them. Examples are a sure way to clear up any confusion. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Denise, Guest speakers have great testamonies. Students love hearing the stories because in the end there are positive results. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Tara, Absolutely! Negativity is contagious, and it should not be allowed in the classroom. Negativity can spoil the tone of the class. Patricia

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