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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Getting buy in from students

Hi Laureen, What kind of visual do you provide for this buy in? Students really do buy in as long as they understand the class is going to help them. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Edward, What an awesome comment! Obviously you are thought highly of. I like your idea of leading by example. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Stephen, Absolutely! Instructors should always maintain the highest level of standards. You should never give your students a reason that you are befriending them. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Marsha, Students do look up to us as their role models. They certainly watch our every move. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Clifton, Examples do show that this can be done. Things seem to fall in place for students once being shown an example. Patricia

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Managing angry students

Hi Erica, Angry students must be handled cautiously. Listening is key. A pleasant tone makes things flow smoother. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Daniel, I like the idea of the reveiw as well as what's coming. Students get excited/anxious to know what's coming. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Sandra, I make it simple, only extenuating situations are deemed as acceptable excuses, such as death of a family member (with obituary), hospitalization either student or immediate family member, (documentation), accident (proof), house fire, etc. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Karen, Appearance is not to be taken lightly when trying to display professionalism. Many of our students look up to us determine what is appropriate dress. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Beth, Guest speakers are fabulous. They really do add validation to what has been taught. The can speak from first hand experience. Patricia

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