Necessary Technology

Everyday I utilize a wide variety of technology.  It has become part of the way that I live my life and I have grown reliant on these types of technology.  However, there are a few pieces of technology that I need and would not be able to stop using.  The first piece of technology is my MacBookPro.  This is almost a life line to everything that I am involved in from communicating and planning as a teacher, to my social connections, to my graduate course work.  My access to and use of technology in educational settings has exploded even since I graduate with my BA in 2003.  Now as a graduate student, 8 years later, ever aspect of my courses incorporates and necessitates the use of technology.  Without access to my laptop I would be left behind as the world of technology pushed further away.

The other piece of technology that I would not be able to stop using are my electronic keyboards.  On top of being an educator, I am a working musician which places me in a variety of settings where I need to be able to adapt to ensure that my clients are satisfied.  By utilizing a variety of electric keyboards I am able to meet the consumer's needs.  This is very important because a portion of my wages come from this work.  Being able to have the keyboards also allows me to incorporate music into my classes.  One of my goals to to complete the board certified music therapist requirements.  Having these qualifications would greatly benefit me as a special education teacher.