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 Tina, You have it! Preparation is key! It is so unfair to the students when the instructor is unprepared. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing student complaints and challenges

Hi Maida, I agree! We certainly do more than just teach our students academics. Some of our students look to us as role models, mentors, advisors, sounding boards, etc. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Angel, I agree! Visuals add get clarity and a better overall understanding as to what is expected. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Beverly, Super way to generate thinking. Students really have to rely on their critical thinking skills and be analytical in the process as well. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Crystal, Teaching is never done the same way twice due to having different students each time. Come up with a plan and follow the plan as much as possible. As an instructor flexibility is paramount. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Tina, Preparation is a must. Things go a lot better when you are pepared. It is unfair to the students when the instructor is unprepared. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Maida, Technology has certainly made cheating easier than ever. Technology devices MUST be put away during test time. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Jana, I concur! Guest speakers are priceless, and they are really a breath of fresh air. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Identifying challenging students

Hi VALERIE, Challening assignments really seem to humble this type of student really fast! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi CoCintheane, Great use of psychology! Almost everyone likes to be bragged on. Awesome way to bring out the best in your students. Patricia Scales

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