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 student cheating

Hi Robert, I understand exactly what you are saying about writing papers. This type of dishonesty can happen in a traditional classroom setting as well because we give homework. The homework paper can be flawless, and the classwork papers are awful.....you don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure this out, but as you have stated, it is very hard to prove. Patricia

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Susan, Students enjoy hearing real world examples. They tend to really relate to this type of teaching. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Kimberly, What a great way to cover all areas! You mentioned the beginning, middle, and end. It is important to maintain excitement throughout. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Sara, Nicely stated! We must be careful to treat ALL students the same. I have been teaching for 21 years, and I have never been labeled as showing favortisim. Patricia

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Rachel, Absolutely! Students look up to us as educators, therefore, we must lead by example in all areas. Patricia

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Horace, The syllabus is definitely a good resource. I refer to my syllabus numerous times throughtout a grading period. Students need to know that the information has been given to them and shared with them; and it is at their disposal to reference. Patricia

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi June, I can tell that you really and truly care about your students, and you definitely have their best interest at heart. Thanks for being a caring educator! Patricia

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Kelly, Graduates in the work force can shine light on a lot of things as a guest speaker. Students thoroughly enjoy having graudates as guest speakers. The students generally picks the guest speaker's brain. Patricia

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Catherine, I know, time is of the essence. Try scheduling way in advance so that you may obtain some success. Face-to-face guest speakers are the best, if at all possible! Patricia

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Capturing student attention

Hi Erin, As an instructor give 110%. The majority of your students appreciate the effort. Generally, a pop quiz is a sure attention getter. Patricia

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