Exploring the Relationship Between Mass and Volume
In this activity the student will use the List and Spreadsheet, Graphs and Geometry, and Calculator applications to analyze the relationship between mass and volume. The student will use the following functions: enter data into lists name lists use formulas to populate data determine regression...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exploring-the-relationship-between-mass-and-volume
Solids of Revolution
Students will investigate 3D visualizations of volumes created by rotating a function about the x-or y-axis. They will understand the concept and reason for the volume formula in order to be prepared for generalizations. Students will solve the definite integral by hand using the fundamental theo...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/solids-of-revolution
Convolution
Shows the convolution of two functions. To simplify the details, the functions are finite, piecewise, and continous.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/convolution
Laplace Analysis: The s-domain
Demonstrates the utility of symbolic algebra by using the Laplace transform to solve a second-order circuit. The method requires that the circuit be converted from the time-domain to the s-domain and then solved for V(s). The voltage, v(t), of a sourceless, parallel, RLC circuit with initial co...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/laplace-analysis--the-sdomain
Exploring the Unit Circle
In this activity, students explore the properties of a unit circle and its mapping functions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exploring-the-unit-circle
Inverse Functions on the TI-84 Plus CE | Texas Instruments
...r expert talk through important math topics and how to enrich those topics with TI technology. A particular topic that really struck me is “inverse functions.” Why? Students often struggle with making connections between the definition of and various properties of inverse functions. In addition...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/investigating-inverse-functions-ti-84-plus-ce
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-Nspire™ CX Graphing Calculator
...athguy. The AP® Statistics exam requires a deep understanding of the concepts, but also an ability to carry out statistical computations. So what functionalities on your calculator are best to know and use when taking the exam? We highlight six features of the TI-Nspire™ CX family of graphing...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/apstatstipsfornspire
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-84 Plus
...mathguy. The AP® Statistics exam requires a deep understanding of the concepts, but also an ability to carry out statistical computations. So what functionalities on your calculator are best to know and use of when taking the exam? We highlight 6 features of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculat...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/apstats2021
Top 3 Halloween-Themed Classroom Activities
... an inquisitive photojournalist, students must analyze pictures and ask pointed questions regarding the interactions of light and matter and how they apply to ghosts. Investigate ghostly sightings using TI-Nspire™ CX technology. Designed to complement middle grades physical scien...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/halloween
Transformation Graphing — the Families of Functions Modular Video Series to the Rescue!
...f Slope.” Review 15 parent functions and their transformations There are also modules for 14 common parent functions as well as a module focused on applying transformations to a generic piecewise function included in this video resource. Here is a list of the parent functions that are explained...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/families_of_functions
Choose Your Own Adventure: 5 Projects To Get Students Coding With Python!
...mpetitions or individual goal setting. Version two: Use with the TI-Innovator™ Hub. Each time the user is correct, play a “happy” tone set by the student. When the user enters invalid values, play an “unhappy” tone. Based on levels passed, change the color of the TI-Inno...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/csedweek
Math and Python: A Great Valentine’s Day Couple
...students learn about slope as they work to deliver flowers from Jack’s house to Diane’s house. (Yes, “Jack & Diane” dates us a little bit, but it’s a fun song.) By the way, I love Riggins’ virtual flowers. If you want to learn more about Riggins’ activity, read to the end, and you can watch ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/heartpython
World-Emoji-Day
...ot too much of a surprise, but is that your go-to emoji as well? If not, do you see your favorite here? Fun fact: World Emoji Day is July 17. Why that date? Image courtesy of Emoji Timeline. Th...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/world-emoji-day
Top 10 Books for Every Teacher’s Summer Reading List
... We polled some of our favorite educators for the books they turn to for inspiration. Below are our top 10 books, with high SPF (summer professional fun) levels, to dive into this summer. Take a cue from summer assignments to students and create your own summer reading list for professio...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/summerreading
Python Modules Have More Fun | Texas Instruments
...hink it’s time to dig a little deeper into the power of modular programming on these remarkable platforms, and discover why using modules can be more fun, or can certainly at least save you time. Modules give us a powerful way to reuse common code These custom “support” files are easily sh...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/python-modules-have-more-fun
TI’s Path to STEM Projects Are Now Available in Python
... Manager for science and STEM education at Texas Instruments. Texas Instruments’ Path to STEM projects provide students stepping stones to learn fundamental concepts in electrical engineering through short hands-on activities using breadboards, wires and electronics components. Students will...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/pathtostem
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-84 Plus
...o TESTS. The AP® Statistics exam requires a deep understanding of the concepts, but also an ability to carry out statistical computations. So what functionalities on your calculator are best to know and use of when taking the exam? We highlight 6 features of the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculat...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/apstats
STEM Projects: Exploring the Heartbeat | Texas Instruments
... Plumber: Modeling the Four-Chambered Heart In The Heart Project, students are tasked with completing three different challenges to demonstrate the function of a heart. The three challenges are: Challenge 1: Setting up a Simple Circuit Challenge 2: Modeling the Flow of Blood Through ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/heartbeat-of-stem
Prime Summer Reading for Math Teachers | Texas Instruments
...assroom bookshelf of math-themed books for her middle schoolers. Here are several recommendations for student math reading to make math concepts fun and relatable: The “Sir Cumference” Series by Cindy Neuschewander Give students fun math adventures this summer with boo...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/summer-reading-for-math-teachers
Top 6 calculator functions to know for AP® Statistics | TI
...ulator to perform a statistical test, compute a probability, or display a graph. With so much to know about the course and your graphing calculator’s functions, where should you focus your study time? As a former AP® Statistics teacher, I've compiled a list of the most important statistics fea...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/top-6-calculator-functions-ap-statistics
Solution 12101: Limit() Function Returns Unexpected Answers on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Family, or Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators.
...cts Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search Why does the limit() function sometimes return unexpected answers in approximate mode on the TI-89 family, TI-92 Family, or Voyage 200 graphing calculators? The limit() function is very sensitive to round off errors...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/12101
Solution 12791: Using a Function that Needs an Integer as an Argument in Approximate Mode using the TI-89 family, TI-92 Plus and Voyage™ 200.
Solution 12791: Using a Function that Needs an Integer as an Argument in Approximate Mode using the TI-89 family, TI-92 Plus and Voyage™ 200. Solution 12791: Using a Function that Needs an Integer as an Argument in Approximate Mode using the TI-89 family, TI-92 Plus and Voyage™ 200. globa...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/12791
Solution 12173: Use of the Approx() Function on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Family, and Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators.
Solution 12173: Use of the Approx() Function on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Family, and Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators. Solution 12173: Use of the Approx() Function on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Family, and Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators. global website ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/40304
MacLaurin Polynomials
Students will use the TI-89 to investigate MacLaurin polynomials. They produce polynomials that approximate very special functions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/maclaurin-polynomials
Gradient of a function
This activity introduces the notion of the gradient of a curve. Initial exploration involves a dynamic tangent where students can use prior knowledge of the gradient of a straight line to determine if the slope is negative, zero or positive. The second stage of the activity goes one step further ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/gradient-of-a-function