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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Getting buy in from students

Hi Tina, It would be nice if every student would buy in, but some students are really just very close minded. We must continue to encourage/motivate students as much as we can to get on board. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Rosemary, Many students are interested only in the grade. Students need to pay more attention to the comments, suggestions, advice, etc. so that they can become better in a specialized area. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Deborah, Yes, lead by example. Be the model you want your students to become. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Denise, Make it a practice of yours to make small talk with every student at each class meeting. This is a great way to build rapport. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Peggy, Great way to grab attention. I can see how this can generate excitement. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Bobbe, Guest speakers can really make a difference. Students enjoy hearing testamonies from guest speakers. Guest speakers can make a difference as to whether a student remains in school or quit. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Joseph, It is worth it! Students really feel like you have their best interest at heart when this type of action takes place. Students need to know that we really want them to succeed. Patricia

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Robert, It is always good to ask the student have they spoken with the instructor when they come to administration with a complaint/concern about an instructor. I try to teach my students professional protocol, confront the person first, then if things are not resolved go to the next highest person in charge, etc. This is the protocol that should be followed in the workplace. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Christopher, I know at some institutions it is policy that instructors are not allowed to work on tasks while students are testing. The instructors must carefully watch students during test time. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Cassie, The more you teach, the more comfortable you will become! Preparation is a must in education. Patricia

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