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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Following up with student assignments

Hi Charles, Great way to end a topic. Have you ever found yourself having to go back over the topic with the entire class for clarification/understanding? Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Carolyn, Super ideas! I love how you keep current events alive in your study. Great example of using the GAP story. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Detria, Super ideas! I am just a little more demanding. Instead of asking Sally, I say to Sally, "I need you to be the time keeper for this group exercise." This tactic works well as well. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Mark, I understand! It certainly makes one more knowledgeable as it pertains to the planet. I can think of how a lot of people can benefit from geology. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Bryce, You're right! All students must be treated the same. Do not befriend students, teach them. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi James, I have been teaching for more than 21 years, and I have always maintained a great student/teacher relationship. I do not believe in fraternizing with students. I have established this awesome relationship based on my professionalism and the respect ALL students have for me. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Athena, Guest speakers certainly can add a lot of spark to the course. Students enjoy having guest speakers. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Keveka, I like how you question students about relevancy based on the lecture. When students can see it at the very moment, the relevancy sticks with them. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi George, Absolutely! Cloudiness should never occur with this type of relationship, but it does. Students should know at all times that you are the instructor, and they are the students...this is maintaining that professional image and distance to make this establishment. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Stacie, I have discovered that show and tell is not an elementary thing. It is an effective teaching method for all levels. Patricia

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