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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Capturing student attention

Hi Ruth, Moving toward the students generally works. I am always very careful about touching students. I have known students to make accusations just from a simple touch. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Robert, You are right. Even though an example is being shared a nonintimidating approach needs to be established as well. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Cindy, Guest speakers add great validity to what has been taught, especially GRADUATE guest speakers. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Nicole, Guest speakers are the best! Students really benefit from guest speakers. My favorite guest speakers are GRADUATE guest speakers. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Terry, This goes to show that sometimes just a simple talk will bring about improvement. You get from students what you expect. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Beth, Way to go! It is important to learn student names. Students feel a level of importance when you can communicate with them by name. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Karin, It is good to establish ground rules the very first day. Students need to know at the very beginning what is expected of them. Patricia

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Interacting with students

Hi Diego, Students get a sense of comfort knowing that you care. As educators we should be caring. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Erica, I like the idea of securing a signature. Students tend to take things more seriously whenever a signature is secured. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Tracey, What a response! I agree whole heartedly. You did a magnificent job distinguishing between building a rapport with students and befriending students. This is exactly the approach that I take with all students. Patricia

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