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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Involving silent students in class

Hi Jonathan, Small talk is good with silent students. Small talk can really lead to wonderful conversations, thus getting to know the students a little better. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Carol, You have to give your students something to look forward to. We have to know how to be the best salespeople in the building because we have to sell them every day on coming back the next day. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Toneita, Some students need a little more time other than class time to grasp the material. I am so happy to know that you are willing to put in additional time with your students to ensure their success. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Jonathan, I also call upon these students to capture their attention. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Paula, Guest speakers bring to a current student's mind, "when I grow up I want to be just like you." Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Robert, I understand! A leader doesn't have to be the best academic student, but must possess strong leadership abilities in order to be an effective leader. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Chuck, What a great response! On the first day, students form an opinion of you either good or bad. The instructor must shine in all areas on the very first day to impress. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Donna, Wow!! What a great success story to share with others. She certainly has been where a lot of these students are, and look at her now. I am excited for her, and I don't even know her, but I know her story can really expire the type of students we deal with. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Lana, Great response! In order to create a sense of importance, assignments must be graded and even tested on. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Heather, Students need to know exactly what is expected of them so that they can do well. Examples help add clarity. Patricia

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