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 instructor anxiety

Hi Kevin, It sounds like you really prepare for your classes; great job! It is important to get to class early to make sure technical equipment is working properly just in case you need to come up with a Plan B. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Robert, I agree. The instructor needs to get excited about the subject matter. Students can tell the love you have for what you are teaching. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Jodi, I concur! I do the same. Students need to be responsible and be held accountable. Your boss is not going to constantly remind you on the job. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Mike, The professional should be regarded as the authoritative figure in the classroom. One's professionalism has to do with how well one is respected in the classroom. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jennifer, As long as you fully understand the "why" of an assignment you are eager to get it done. Examples are a motivator for students. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Don, We should never just give "busy work" all assignments should be applicable to the lesson being covered. Students know when "busy work" has been assigned. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi David, What do you do as an instructor to prevent the students from cheating? Patricai

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Erika, Small groups are definitely the place for silent students. Silent students tend to come out of their shell in a small group environment. I like how you have your students share, and the silent student generally takes lead. What a great way to build confidence for the silent student. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Omar, It is the instructor's sole responsibility to ensure the environment is a place where effective learning can take place. Students do not control the classroom, the instructor does. We must be effective classroom managers. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Bonnie, When students understand the importance of the course and how it will definitely help them on the job, they tend to gain an interest in the course. Students need to and want to know why. Patricia

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