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 Angelina, Preparation is key. Preparation is an automatic connection to organization. It is a nice mesh if you can incorporate humor. A nice laugh from time to time is good for all. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Germain, It amazes me about some educators appearance. The can be very sloppy and unprofessional in their appearance. Students are always watching us; we should lead by example. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Earle, You're right! We have to be ready for any and everything. Educators must know how to improvise as well as be flexible and adaptable. Patricia

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Class management for student success

Hi Maureen, Things truly happen unexpectedly in the teaching profession. We are never suppose to let our students see us sweat... we must keep our composure and professionalism. Patricia

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi David, Give examples of notes you have taken and how they helped you. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Jeremiah, What type of glitches have you planned for and what were your reactions? Patricia

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Joseph, It is great to make students feel very comfortable and relaxed enough where they come back to visit even though they are no longer in the class. Patricia

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Reducing student cheating

Hi John, I understand excatly what you are saying, and some students do it because of the outside pressure, but really and truly, it is totally out of character for them to cheat. Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Donna, Nicely stated! Students need to be held accountable, else... Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Jon, How do you distinguish between the two? Patricia

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