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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Managing angry students

Hi Susan, I concur. There are a lot of outside issues that really affect our students. They have a lot going on in life, and those things cause anger to build up in them. If a student's issue is beyond your scope, definitely seek help for the student with the expert in the area. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jennifer, I agree! Things seem to be so much more clear to students when they can see it. Students appreciate being shown examples. Patricia

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Jennifer, Once students understand how the course will be beneficial to their program, they automatically take a keen interest in the course. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Diana, Some people are known to be late. I am still try to figure out the magical solution to this one myself. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Willis, You are on point! Thanks for making it a point to learn your students names. Students need to know that we GENUINELY care. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Melissa, I can tell you make things clear for your students. Students need to know exactly what is expected of them. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Richard, Model what you want your students to become. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Brandon, You're right! The instructor must ensure an environment that is conducive for learning. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Karen, First of all, never let students see that you are upset. Whenever you step foot into the classroom, you should always have your happy face on. Let them know that you are okay, and you are ready to teach. Leave your problems outside of the classroom. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi James, Preparation is key! Students can tell when you are prepared as well as knowledgeable. These are sure ways to win the student over. Patricia

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