National and State Assessments with Graphing Calculators
Many national assessments include graphing calculators in their approved resources for test-taking.
The following either recommend, permit, require, or expect students to use graphing calculators on their exams:
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• A graphing calculator is recommended for use on the SAT Subject Tests™ – Math Level 1 and Math Level 2. |
TI-Nspire CXTM |
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• A graphing calculator with statistics capabilities is expected for use on the AP Statistics exam. • A graphing calculator is permitted for use on the AP Chemistry and AP Physics exams. |
TI-Nspire CXTM |
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TI-Nspire with TouchpadTM TI-Nspire CX CAS TM TI-Nspire CAS with Touchpad TI-83 TI-83 Plus TI-83 Plus Silver Edition TI-84 Plus TI-84 Plus Silver Edition TI-89 Titanium |
State Assessment Exams and TI-Nspire™ Handhelds
The TI-Nspire handheld is permitted on a growing number of state assessments including those in Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
The TI-Nspire CX handheld is currently permitted on the following state assessments: Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington and West Virginia.
Other states including Delaware and Mississippi permit TI-Nspire in TI-84 mode.
To find out if your state permits TI-Nspire technology, go to the state information map or contact your state’s education department.
Assessment Apps and Software
Receive rapid measurement of your student's comprehension with the TI-Navigator™ system and these free downloads:
LearningCheck App for the TI-73 Explorer™
LearningCheck Creator Software
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* Some older and/or discontinued products may also be allowed. Please confirm with the testing organization for the latest information.
** PSAT/NMSQT/SAT/Advanced Placement Program/AP/College Board are registered trademarks of the College Entrance Examination Board, which was not involved in the production or development of TI products.