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 student cheating

Hi Amy, I live by the fall back plan. I have learned that some students really try taking the easy way out. I use the fall back plan as a safety net...just in case. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Sandy, I understand. I never like putting my students on the spot, especially if I know they are uncomfortable. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Interacting with students

Hi Ashley, Absolutely! Rapports/relationships are built based on interacting with students. Develop a strong relationship with your students. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Using guest speakers as resources

Hi Keith, I agree! I like to be familiar with my guest speakers, therefore I know they are going to do a fine job motivating students. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Mark, I am sure you do a fine job preparing your students for the real world while entertaining them. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Christal, Absolutely! The examples soldify things in the students mind. They know exactly what is expected of them. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Avoiding common instructor mistakes

Hi Nancy, Planning is key! You must be proactive and not reactive. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Advising Students

Hi Funmilola, Listening is key! Students feel important when they are listened to. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Dealing with students who shift blame to others

Hi Nancy, Absolutley! We are some of ours students only role model. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi James, A great combination for all is to have FUN while LEARNING! Students love excitement and laughter. Patricia Scales

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