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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Involving silent students in class

Hi Samuel, Having a rapport with students is really beneficial. Students will work hard as to not to disappoint you when they have a relationship with you. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Mark, Students need to know how the course pertains to their career and in some cases how they can benefit personally from the course. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing relevancy of course content

Hi Erin, It is great when you are able to give students real-life examples so that they can better understand the concept. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Patricia, Students really are motivated by seeing an example. It gives them great confidence that they can do the assignment and in some cases do even better. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Harold, Our students need to see that yes we are human and we have fun, but we know when to turn things off. We are regarded as professionals in our students eyes. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Getting students excited about course content

Hi Donna, Students really do enjoy hands-on activities. Hands-on activities give students something to look forward to instead of the same old lecture type teaching method. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Identifying challenging students

Hi Rodney, Do not put up with this student's disrespect. Remove her from your class and let the DOE know what is going on. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Showing examples of student work

Hi Janice, You are right! Students know exactly what is expected of them when they can see it. They have a better understanding of the requirements when a visual is shared. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Making Students Active Learners

Hi Donna, Awesome! Role playing allows student to see a clearer picture as to what is expected of them. Patricia Scales

Patricia Scales

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Critical Thinking Activities

Hi Scott, I like how you make the students see themselves in the ownership role. This certainly gives the students something to look forward to. Patricia Scales

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