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 Janae, This practice is extremely helpful. It gives you something to refer to. In our industry, we have a lot to remember; writing things down help with memory. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi PATRICIA, Absolutely! The student/instructor relationship should be strictly business. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi William, I really like how you are able to turn on/off your professional/formal mode to a more of an informal mode. Your students know when you mean business, I am sure. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Class management for student success

Hi Cynthia, Absolutely! Rapport is very important. Everything runs smoothly when a relationship is involved. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Managing angry students

Hi Teresa, Listening is key! When a student's emotions are raw you are not going to be able to rationalize with the student. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Yolanda, Trying to establish a rapport with silent students is a big plus. They tend to open up more when they have a relationship with you. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Bryan, Students sometimes can give you very constructive feedback that can certainly make a positive difference in the course. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Charles, It certainly is important for students to be able to retain the information so that they can apply what they have learned on the job. I like to make it plain to students how the information is going to help them in their career to show course relevancy. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Merry, Distance is a must in the student/instructor relationship. Never get too close with your students personally. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Maintaining a professional image

Hi Olaolu, Professionalism is a must! Students will respect you in high regards, if you are professional. Patricia Scales

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