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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Patricia Scales

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Getting buy in from students

Hi April, You have such a great attitude about this. As instructors, we have to be professional and big enough to accept responsibility as well. We may need to change our teaching method to ensure students are understanding various concepts. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi John, I have noticed that silent/quiet students are more receptive whenever they are given more of a subtle invite. They do not like to have any attention called to them. They like for things to be presented in a very quiet manner. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Elizabeth, Great response! Students need to understand that what they will learn can apply to both or either their professonal/personal life. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Gary, Preparation is key! It sounds like you really go into class being prepared. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Fabiola, You are on point! Rules are made to be adhered to by ALL. It is the instructor's responsibility to enforce the rules. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Stacey, You definitely have the right thought process! Be friendly to them, but do not become their friend...way too risky! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi LaTanya, I love your outlook/attitude. We definitely have to be the professional that we want our students to become. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Following up with student assignments

Hi Nelson, It is imperative to let students know exactly what is expected of them on Day 1. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Nelson, Examples add great clarity! I like the idea of the photos. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Stacey, I concur! Be friendly, but do not befriend students. Patricia Scales

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