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 students excited about course content

Hi Rosetta, I am sure you are demonstrating enjoyment of the class time as well. Students follow lead from the instructor. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Marc, I feel the same way. I have been told that I am too reminding. I feel students should be reminded because they are juggling a lot in life, but I also let them know to keep a daily calendar and look at each day at least a day ahead. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Joel, Yes it does. Students are not as tempting to cheat if they know they are being watched. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Wendy, One of your best resources as an instructor is to pair with a seasoned instructor. I team new instructors with mentors so that the process is easier for the new instructor. An experienced instructor can shed light on many things. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Debbie, We need for our students to be as comfortable as possible. Sharing examples makes grasping easier for students and anxiety less. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Thomas, A list does help to keep you on point. I am known as the sticky note queen. My sticky notes keep me on point. I also prepare a week in advanced for my classes. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Karin, As instructors, we should want to know if our students are grasping the materials. Homework acts as a reinforcement based on what was taught in class. Patricia

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Identifying challenging students

Hi H., Electronic devices should not be allowed to be used in class. First time should be a warning and the next time needs to be an infraction. At my school if cell phones make a sound the student is sent home and marked absent for the day. These electronic devices are not going to be allowed at work, and we are preparing our students for the workforce. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Jeremy, You're right, therefore instructors must be in full control of relationships and never let them turn into personal ones. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Marife, Most students learn professionalism from us as instructors. We are constantly being watched at school and everywhere else. Patricia

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