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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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Sandy, As a professional, you certainly should know the difference between being professional and unprofessional. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Greg, I know you will do well. I like to mention money every opportunity I can to promote buy in. I also like to make concepts applicable to the real world. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Rich, You are absolutely correct! It is real simple, treat ALL students the same so that problems do not arise. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Robin, Prepare! Preparation is a must. Take a deep breath and go for it, after warmiing up, the teaching becomes natural. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Joel, Students absolutely enjoy hearing about instructors personal stories as to how they relate to their career. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Sheril, Great practices to follow to minimize cheating. I generally roam the room. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Michael, I am that kind of teacher. You get 100% participation this way. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Kristina, Preparation is key. It really does help when one rehearses their lesson. Students can tell when you are prepared as well as unprepared. Patricia

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Amy, Silent students having a rapport with their instructor certainly makes it easier for the sudent to interact. I use small talk all the time with the silent student in order to establish a relationship. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Lawrence, It is a challenge, but we must use our creativity, expertise, and experience to generate excitement. Patricia

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