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 John, I love it! You get a better understanding of a student's situation by poising the question with "What". The more we know about students, we are better able to help them. Great tip! Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Holt, What an incentive! I love it! You reward those who volunteer. Thanks for community service as well as caring for our students. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Amanda, Exactly! Professionalism should be displayed at all times because you never know who is watching you. Professionlism should practiced on campus and off. Patricia

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Jayme, I like the idea! It lets students know that they have a voice that will be listened to. I also like the formal method behind the idea. Patricia

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Scott, Wow, what a story! As educators, we have heard some things. Students must realize for every choice there is a consequence. Some times we have to act as parents and play tough love. Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Susan, Yes. You have it! What a great way to inspire students! Students testamonies are encouraging! Patricia

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Following up with student assignments

Hi David, Graded assignments should be given back the next grading period. It is only fair to the student to provide immediate feedback so that they know how they are progressing. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Philippe, Remember, you are their instructor not their buddy. Draw the line, and they should know that you are not their friend, but you can be friendly to them. Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Maggie, Great strategies! They have proven to be effective. We must continue to do what we can to try to reach every student, although it is a challenge. Patricia

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Robby, Absolutely, and they love seeing everything! The other types of learners like being shown examples too. Patricia

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