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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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Jason, What a great way to have a Plan B. I can tell you prepare well for your classes. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Valorie, I concur! We should certainly lead by example. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Ann, I love this idea! What a good way to get students to think about their image. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Dan, This is an old strategy, but it is certainly effective. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Melissa, You definitley have the right mindset. We are all human, and we will make mistakes. Learn from each mistake made and do not be afraid to try something new. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing student cheating

Hi Alexander, Absolutely! Students quickly realize when tests are different, and they will keep their eyes on their own paper. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Eurico, Students like it when they can have a preview. It makes sense to them when they can see it. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Ronald, One giving their opinion is a sure way to generate critical thinking, especially when the scenario is hypothetical. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Reducing instructor anxiety

Hi Crystal, Preparation is key! Try to always have more material than needed. You live and learn. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Deborah, You are on point! Our students do not need another friend. They need someone they can look up to. Patricia Scales

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