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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Managing angry students

Hi Edgar, Yes, you can't let the angry student interrupt other students learning. This type of student has to be dealt with quickly and swiftly. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Michael, Yes, you have it! Students need to be able to make the connection of the course to the real world. When students make the connection, they get a true understanding of the course relevancy. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Jessica, Great way to help boost the silent students confidence. Silent students are much more expressive through writing verses orally. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Involving silent students in class

Hi Erica, Yes, small groups are like magic for shy students; the students are more likely to open up. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Sunshine, Students better understand the relevancy of the course when they know how the course is going to help them in their career. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Ko, Students need clarity! Examples add clarity! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Jacob, Yes, examples help students see things clearer. They know exactly how things are to be done. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Nichelle, It is always good to give a syllabus, regardless. A calendar should just be an added extra. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Renee, I love your perspective! Enthusiasm is contagious, and it starts with the instructor! I am show your students love your energy! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting buy in from students

Hi Jerome, Students want to know how beneficial the course is going to be to them. We have to make them know that they are getting their money's worth. Patricia Scales

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