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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Showing examples of student work

Hi Gregory, Visualization is an exciting thing for most students. Students tend to gain a better understanding by seeing. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Chris, Actually I like the idea of group work. Students tend to enjoy the active learning. What do you do to show course relevancy? Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Peggy, I think it is a super motivator as well. I have never had a student to tell me they were intimidated by being shown an example. I have had numerous to thank me for sharing examples. I've been in the profession for over 21 years. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Joseph, Simply said! To get an idea is a big help when it comes to assignments/projects. Students appreciate being shown an example. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Paul, Maintaining a professional distance is a must. Students should fully understand that you are their instructor and not their friend. Instructors should never give students a reason to believe that they are the student's friend. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Sheila, I am sure once you tell your students the very last statement mentioned in your response, they fully understand the need to become proficient in English. I am almost certain most of your students understand the importance of the course without you saying anything. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Susan, Students need to know and most want to know how various concepts will benefit them. Once students realize that they can benefit from mastering the concept, they tend to become real excited. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Chad, A line has to be drawn, and the students should not be allowed to cross the line. Boundaries must be established. The relationship between the student and the instructor should be strictly professional. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Tracy, You're right! Some students really do need extra guidance. Things become a lot easier for the students whenever they can see an example. Most learners are visual learners. Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Todd, You certainly lead by example. We must be the example we want our students to follow. I am sure whenever a student's uniform is wrinkled or unclean, you bring this to their attention. Patricia

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