Program:
8 – 9 a.m. | Check in and Continental Breakfast
During registration, you will choose from one of four sessions during each time slot.
9 – 10:30 a.m. | Session One
Learning to Code With TI Graphing Technology
- This session is designed for educators interested in introducing coding to their students using TI-84 Plus CE or TI-Nspire™ CX handhelds
- Building upon the lessons from 10 Minutes of Code, the session introduces the basics of coding principles including logic, selection statements, loops, etc.
- The principles of coding will be connected to many concepts in the math and science curriculum to increase student understanding
- By the end, you should be comfortable with using TI-Basic and the transferrable skills to move to the next stage in coding
Valuable Tips and Tricks for the TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators
For new and experienced users – get 13 creative, cool and essential ideas to utilize the TI-83/84 Plus and its color version, the TI-84 Plus CE, much more effectively.
- Easily evaluate complex expressions
- Trace on a graph and table simultaneously
- Quickly evaluate the quadratic formula
- Store window settings
- Investigate transformation graphing with lists
- Plus get tips on how to fully utilize TI-SmartView™ software
This session also addresses:
- How the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator differs from other TI-84 Plus graphing calculators
- Overview of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator, basic computation and graphing and functionality
- Effective use of TI-SmartView™ CE Emulator Software for the TI-84 Plus graphing family
Getting Started With TI-Nspire™ Technology (Calculator and Software)
- Overview of the TI-Nspire™ handheld, including general calculator, graphing and statistical functionality
- Exploration of dynamic, interactive lessons for algebra I, geometry, algebra II, precalculus, calculus and statistics
- Introduction to basic features of Teacher Software
Making Math and Science Meaningful With the TI-Innovator™ Hub and TI-Innovator™ Rover (TI-84 Plus CE and TI-Nspire™ Technology)
- This session is designed for teachers interested in introducing the TI-Innovator™ Hub with TI-Innovator™ Rover to their students
- This session will highlight lessons that can include topics that will engage your students in new and exciting ways such as:
- The relationship between distance, rate and time
- Designing and measuring a segmented path
10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Session Two
Learning to Code With the TI-Innovator™ Hub (TI-84 Plus CE and TI-Nspire™ Technology)
- This session is designed for educators interested in introducing coding to their students using the TI-Innovator™ Hub with TI Launchpad™ Board
- Extend the lessons seen in the 10 Minutes of Code with TI-Innovator™ technology to excite students in learning the code to control the TI-Innovator™ Hub and the built-in sensors, including light and sound
- Engage your students with the latest technology, preparing them for the next stage to explore real-world STEM applications
Next Steps With TI-Nspire™ Technology in High School Mathematics
- Review of TI-Nspire™ handheld capabilities
- Exploration of dynamic, interactive lessons with pre-made student questions and teacher notes
- Function investigation by creating a TI-Nspire™ document with sliders
Exploring Precalculus and Calculus Topics With TI-84 Plus CE Technology (Calculator and Software)
- Modeling Various Functions – statistical regression, choosing the best model, interpolating/extrapolating information
- Polynomial Equations and Functions – graphing and evaluating, finding relative extremes, an exploration of zeroes
- Trigonometry – transformations, solving trigonometric equations
- Calculus – tangent line approximations, exploring the relationship between a function and its derivatives, the relationship between integration and the area between a curve and the x-axis
Developing Deeper Conceptual Understanding to Prepare for the ACT® Exam (TI-84 Plus CE)
Students who only excel at procedural fluency (memorizing steps and formulas) will have a tough time on the math section of the redesigned ACT® exam. What is needed? A deeper understanding of the concepts. How can we leverage TI technology to meet our goal? We will provide activities and ideas that promote conceptual understanding.
12:15 – 1 p.m. | Lunch
1 – 2:30 p.m. | Session Three
Exploring Precalculus and Calculus Topics With TI-Nspire™ Technology (Handheld and Software)
- Modeling Various Functions – statistical regression, choosing the best model, interpolating/extrapolating information
- Polynomial Equations and Functions – graphing and evaluating, finding relative extremes, an exploration of zeroes
- Trigonometry – transformations, solving trigonometric equations
- Calculus – tangent line approximations, exploring the relationship between a function and its derivatives, the relationship between integration and the area between a curve and the x-axis
Using the TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator on Texas EOC Exams: Algebra I and 8th Grade Math
How do you focus students' approach to state exams so they answer more questions and score higher? Join this session to discuss strategies that help students transition from instruction to assessment. Handouts will be provided.
STEM Camps, Clubs and Classroom Projects with the TI-Innovator™ Hub
This session is designed for math and science teachers interested in introducing STEM projects in the classroom or in summer camps with the TI-Innovator™ Hub with TI-Launchpad™ Board and either TI-84 Plus CE or TI-Nspire CX technology.
- Guide students on the path to building their own STEM projects with activities that challenge them to address current real world issues
- Understand the science behind the greenhouse effect and other science principles, and use math, computer programming and engineering to design and build models to solve current problems
Zombie Apocalypse I: STEM of the Living Dead (TI-84 Plus CE and TI-Nspire™ Technology)
- Graphing geometric progression and an S curve, interpreting data and making predictions
- Understanding the function of various parts of the human brain
- Investigating and discussing factors dealing with immunity and vaccines
2:45 – 4:15 p.m. | Session Four
Developing Deeper Conceptual Understanding to Prepare for the ACT® Exam (TI-Nspire™ Technology)
Students who only excel at procedural fluency (memorizing steps and formulas) will have a tough time on the math section of the redesigned ACT® exam. What is needed? A deeper understanding of the concepts. How can we leverage TI technology to meet our goal? We will provide activities and ideas that promote conceptual understanding.
Data Collection in Science and Math Classrooms With TI-84 Plus CE Technology (Calculator and Software)
- Overview of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator, including data collection with the Vernier EasyTemp® USB temperature sensor and Calculator-Based Ranger 2™ (CBR 2™) motion sensor
- Data analysis through the development of mathematical models
Using the TI-Nspire™ Technology on Texas EOC Exams: Algebra I and 8th Grade Math
How do you focus students' approach to state exams so they answer more questions and score higher? Join this session to discuss strategies that help students transition from instruction to assessment. Handouts will be provided.
Making Math and Science Meaningful With the TI-Innovator™ Hub and TI-Innovator™ Rover (TI-84 Plus CE and TI-Nspire™ Technology)
- This session is designed for teachers interested in introducing the TI-Innovator™ Hub with TI-Innovator™ Rover to their students
- This session will highlight lessons that can include topics that will engage your students in new and exciting ways such as:
- The relationship between distance, rate and time
- Designing and measuring a segmented path