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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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Linda, That's just stupid is not the response to give. Students mut realize, it is not what you say, but how you say. This type of response will not go over well with one's supervisor. I will suspend a student that gives an instructor this type of response, if an apology is not granted. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Kathleen, When you take this type of thoroughness to go over the syllabus, nothing is missed. Students appreciate clear/concise communication. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Allan, Boundaries must be established. Students should not be allowed to cross the line. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jean, We need to put our student at ease as much as possible, they have enough stress in their lives. Showing examples really eases tension. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Mark, Money is a super motivator. Students can benefit from this type of example both professionally and personally. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Mark, That's right. If I see it, I will definitely deal with it swiftly and quickly. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Allan, It is good to let your students know up front exactly what is expected of them. Students need to have clear course requirements. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Marlene, Absolutely! It is human nature to want to be liked, but we must remember we are not in it for a popularity contest. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Alphia, It is important for students to know how the subject/topic can be utilized in real life. Students have a different interest in the subject matter once they find out that the subject/topic is useful. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Lorraine, You're right! I just visualized what my students do when I am telling them a story. All eyes are focused on me, they really perk up. Patricia

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