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G. Patrick Finnerty, MS, EdD

Dr. G. Patrick Finnerty, MS, EdD
  • Title: E-Learning Technologist II
  • Office: SOD 4178
  • Phone: 713-486-4183
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Administrative Area(s): Technology Services and Informatics
  • Education:

    EdD, Curriculum & Instruction | University of Houston-Clear Lake | 2024
    MS, Instructional Design and Technology with IOPSYCH | University of Houston-Clear Lake | 2018
    BA, History | University of Houston-Clear Lake | 2015

Biosketch

Patrick Finnerty is an accomplished e-Learning Technologist II at UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry, a position he has held since 2017. His expertise in educational technology is complemented by his role as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), where he has been teaching the “Survey of Instructional Technology” course to preservice student teachers since 2020.

Patrick’s academic journey is marked by a strong foundation in education and technology. He earned his Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2024. Prior to this, he completed a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology with a focus on Industrial-Organizational Psychology in 2018, and a Bachelor of Arts in History in 2015, all from the same institution.

Beyond his professional commitments, Patrick is deeply invested in his personal life. He enjoys spending quality time with his family, is an enthusiastic supporter of Houston sports teams, and finds joy in watching movies and playing games. These interests provide a well-rounded balance to his career, keeping him both motivated and grounded.

Research Interests

  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Program / Course Design Principles
  • Teacher Development
  • Online Education Design and Implementation
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • VR/AR

Select Publications

Finnerty, G. (2024). Preservice Teachers’ Attitudes Toward Adopting Learning Management Systems (Doctoral dissertation).

van der Hoeven, D., Finnerty, G., Jr, & Halpin, R. (2020). Converting an in-person case-based small group discussion course to a virtual platform. Journal of dental education, 85(S1), 894-895. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1002/jdd.12292