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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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Donna, I love it! This type of learning really prepares the students for the real world. Students are using their analytical thinking skills as well. Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Jantez, Preparation is a must! Things run a lot smoother when the insructor is thoroughly prepared! Picking a veteran's brain is always helpful because experience truly is the best teacher. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Karen, You have it! Your perspective is right on point! We have to let our students know that we genuinely care about them, but we still expect nothing but the best from the. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Laura, Life happens with us all. Yes, it is true our students have a ton of problems, but we must still hold them accountable. Your problems do not exempt you from being held accountable is what I tell my students. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Angela, I certainly understand! Even adult learners at times act like they are children with being very irresponsible. We must hold our students accountable and penalize them as need be. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making Students Active Learners

Hi Dale, I understand. Your hands are definitely tied. You may want to try various websites that deal with simulations. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making Students Active Learners

Hi Robert, Students really do retain information better when games are played. Students enjoy playing games and having fun and learning all at the same time. What a great way to bring energy into the classroom. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Student Retention

Hi Andrea, You have it! All employees are important to the success of the student. The more students know up front, the likely they are to remain in school. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Elmer, I love your perspective! I can tell you really get into teaching, and you are on your feet ensuring your students are on point. Continue to be involved and energetic in the classroom. Our students need us. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Analytical Thinking Activities

Hi Sherri, Great ways to promote analytical and critical thinking. I have an accounting instructor that will bring in play money and use the money to help students really visualize the analytical and critical sides of accounting. Patricia Scales

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