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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Creating a positive instructor image

Hi Joanne, I love greeting my class. Greeting your class is the perfect opening to any class. Students pay attention when the instructor greets them. Granted some will greet back, others won't, but I still feel good about me by greeting my students. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Gina, Students enjoy involvement. They feel a sense of ownership when they are involved. I have found that students really like doing hands-on activities that are applicable to the lesson. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Capturing student attention

Hi Madelaine, Students love being engaged. Students really enjoy doing hands-on activities that are applicable to the lesson. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Stephen, No, great practice to have in place. Definitely a confidence booster, and peers learn from each other. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Roberto, Yes, when they get a thorough understanding as to what is expected of them, they are ready to begin. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Gina, You are on point! Visual takes the guess work out of what is required/expected. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Joanne, Yes, students get excited when they are able to see what is expected of them. Visual produces clarity. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Anthony, Seeing helps students to get a clearer picture. With a better understanding, students are more eager to begin. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Brenda, Students get it when they can see it! Visual generates great excitement! Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making course requirements clear for students

Hi Linda, Absolutely! The syllabus is the road map! List what you need/want in the syllabus to ensure all bases are covered. Even adult learners need rules, and the rules must be shared on the first day so that you get started off right. Patricia Scales

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