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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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Bonnie, It really gives students a sense of comfort and importance whenever the instructor share their personal contact information. Students need to know that we geniunely care about them and their success. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Adam, Even adult students will take full advantage of you, if you allow them to. Take control and lead and instruct. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Kacey, You have a natural knack for teaching. You do not have to fake anything, and it is evident that you love what you do. I am sure your students enjoy your classes. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Robert, I am in total agreement. Admit to your mistake and move on. Don't be a finger pointer. Patricia

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Dealing with Unfocused Students

Hi Margaret, It is okay to let your personality come through. I think my students feel I have a very friendly and approachable personality, but I can get very firm and stern when there is a need. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Erica, Big mistake to befriend students. All types of accusations begin to come about. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Melanie, Students need to know that their opinions matter. Students feel a sense of importance whenever they are listened to. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Xiomara, It is amazing what motivates our type of students. Interacting with them let them know that they matter, and we care. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Linda, Absolutely nothing on the desk except for necessary test materials, i.e. pencil/pen etc. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Shantae, Professionalism is a term where one is held to very high standards. Never let your guards down because you never know who is watching you. Patricia

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