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Technology class at the elementary level is a hands-on computer course that explores the basic elements of the computer and technology world appropriate and relevant to kindergarten through second grade. It is my goal that students gain a level of skills and appreciation for the computer, technology and online activities. Driven first by digital citizenship and online safety, this course seeks to teach technology vocabulary and expose students to the different kinds of computers and levels of technology. The content and expectations sequentially build each quarter throughout the year in an 8-school day rotation. As students gain confidence and knowledge of basic technology and keyboarding concepts, students learn to apply them to the classroom work and expectations. This course encourages students to view technology as an essential part of the student’s own life, and their future as they progress through school and into the workforce. Content is divided between basic computer skills, online educational software, research skills and keyboarding using the award winning online software Typing Club.
About Me:
The 2024-25 school year is my 30th year of teaching. I serve not only as the technology teacher for grades k-2, but I also serve as the school instructional technology coordinator, website administrator, social media administrator and the yearbook advisor. I look forward in teaching your child and ignite their discovery and passion for learning through technology.
I grew up in St. Louis. I am married to my beautiful wife Nicole who is also a teacher! She teaches 8th grade at Clayton Bradley Academy. We have 7 daughters and 16 grand children.
Education & Certifications:
- High School: Oliver Wendell Holmes High School - San Antonio, Texas (1983)
- Bachelors: Lee University - Cleveland, Tennessee (Elementary Education K-8 with K-2 Specialize) (1996)
- Masters: Lee University - Cleveland, Tennessee (Classroom Instruction & U.S. History) (2021)
- Level 1 & 2 Google Certification
- Member Tennessee Educational Technology Association
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Email: [email protected]
Phone: 865-982-3120 ext. 2111
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- Name
- Patrick Whitecotton
- Position
- Tech Teacher/Tech Support
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- Education Lee University: Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education K-8 Certification Lee University: Master's Degree - Classroom Teaching and U.S. History
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