Fall in Love with Polar Graphs: Top 4 Ways to Turn Heads with the TI-84 Plus
...e y= key. In r1, input cos(2θ). Then, in r2, enter sin(2θ). Next, press the zoom key. Then, you will need to enter 0 or ZoomFIT to complete your masterpiece. 4: Graph Your Heart Out Now it’s time to get serious about love. To get started sharing your heart, press the y= key. In r1, input |θ- π...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/february/polargraphlove
Python Modules Have More Fun | Texas Instruments
...ween a Python program (or script) and a module. Both a program and a module are written using the same Python language but differ slightly in their purpose. A program is executable code that accomplishes a goal — it should do something. A module is also a Python file but is designed to be importe...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/python-modules-have-more-fun
Adding “Class” to Your Python Code | Texas Instruments
...one of its instances. The argument “self” in the function definition (def draw(self):) does not need an actual parameter passed to it. The Python interpreter takes care of that by passing the current object. So, in the statement b1.draw( ) there is no argument, but the balloon b1 itself is passed...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/python-coding-classes
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-84 Plus
...t statistics features to know for the TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator. 1: Regression Analysis It is unlikely that you will be asked to draw a scatterplot on the exam; however, being familiar with creating and analyzing a scatterplot of bivariate data could prove crucial. Make sure that your reg...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/apstats
Insider Tips for Winning the TI Codes Contest
Now that you’ve made it past the first round, it’s time to take a deep dive into your idea. What do you want to build? How will you incorporate TI Technology to get to the next round? Get Familiar with the TI-Innovator Hub If selected to move on to next round, your team will receive a calcul...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/ticodescontest
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Daniel Wilkie
...or lesson. Now, every Friday has been dedicated to “Coding Friday.” We started with the basics with 10 Minutes of Code and then over time started incorporating coding with the TI-Innovator Hub. In the fourth quarter, I’m excited to introduce my students to the TI-Innovator Rover so they can learn...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/teacherofthemonth
Introducing the TI-Nspire CX II
... trademarks of the College Entrance Examination Board PSAT/NMSQT* is a registered trademark of the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation IB is a registered trademark owned by the International Baccalaureate Organization About the author: Ellen Fishpaw is the Media Relation...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/nspire
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Jessica Kohout
... a class set of TI-Nspire CX’s and the Navigator system, as well as eight TI-Innovator Hubs. By starting with one project per quarter, I'm slowly incorporating coding and engineering design fundamentals into my classes. My hope is to expose my students to the idea of coding, and how it can be use...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/teacher-of-the-month
Ingenuity-takes-flight
...ches (0.49 meters) Weight of Ingenuity: 4 pounds (1.8 kg) Rotor system span: about 4 feet (1.2 meters) Counter-rotating blades spin to about 2,400 rpm According to NASA, the spin-up of the rotor blades took about 12 seconds to go from 0 to 2,537 rpm, the optimal speed for the first flight. T...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/ingenuity-takes-flight
Get Out and #SpreadMathLove
...* For teachers, geocaching can help engage students in a different way, and there’s even an online community dedicated to sharing ways you can incorporate geocaching into learning. Now, grab your family or your students, or just get out on your own, and get geocaching! *Terms and condit...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/geocaching
Survey Says: Kids Like Math!
...rld’s greatest challenges, from healthcare to the environment. About The Author: Peter Balyta, Ph.D., is vice president of academic engagement and corporate citizenship for Texas Instruments, and president of its Education Technology business. He is responsible for leading teams that focus on th...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/studentsurvey
Let’s Get Back to the Basics
...he Basics Calculator Activity, students are required to challenge themselves with high-level problem-solving by graphing functions and equations, interpreting tables of values and evaluating expressions. This activity is designed for algebra I and intended to be completed in one class period, b...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/backtothebasicsactivity
7 Reasons Why Python on the TI-Nspire™ CX II Graphing Calculator Is a Must-Have for Your Classroom
...m. Here’s a list of reasons why this update is a must-have for all educators and students: #1: Why Python? Python is a high-level and general-purpose programming language. It’s widely used in many industries, as well as in education, and is designed to be easy to learn. Python is used in a ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/7-reasons-why-python-is-a-must
Customize your TI calculator with a 3-D printed case
... of different 3-D printable designs and he’s excited to add calculator cases to his current portfolio of pencil holders, drawer organizers and multipurpose tools. What’s his motivation for creating the cases? Galu said he often finds himself using the case of his graphing calculator as a straight...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/january/3d-slide-case
How To Use the TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators To Succeed on the ACT®
...dratic formula. If the discriminant is negative, then the square root of a negative will always produce an imaginary solution. I am often surprised on which questions students have trouble with. I think I tend to have an overly optimistic view of students’ math abilities and understandi...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/digital-act-84
A case for handheld graphing calculators
I’ve been getting some questions recently about the usefulness of graphing calculators when we’re already surrounded by laptops, tablets and smartphones. There’s no arguing the transformative effect of this technology on our world. But in the classroom, these general-purpose devices have had mix...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/may/why-graphing-calculators-add-up
Best of Biology
...or TI-Nspire™ CX or TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator. Don’t have the software? Click here to get started. 1. Skills of Science: Building and Interpreting Graphs This is a great activity to help students learn about using graphs to represent the results of experiments and observations. It’s ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/bestofbiology
Calculus + Graphing Calculator = More Teachable Moments
... student’s attention was not on a blackboard graph that the teacher had drawn, but on a graph that they had produced, exhibiting a feature that was surprising and worthy of explanation. Was this a machine bug or was there a mathematical explanation that would make sense of this unexpected phenome...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/september/calculascalcs
Mission Celebration: Use Math to Mark the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
...ncluding several of the STEM Behind series. Not a computer programmer by training, he has found a love for coding in TI-Basic, particularly for the purpose of teaching mathematics. On July 20, 1969, astronauts walked on the moon. Fifty years later, celebrate this milestone on the moon with your...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/july/missioncelebration
Free Resources for AP® Calculus by @TICalculators
...ncluding several of the STEM Behind series. Not a computer programmer by training, he has found a love for coding in TI-Basic, particularly for the purpose of teaching mathematics. TI in Focus resources include videos, documents and calculator files that explore scoring, common misconceptions a...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/january/free-resources-for-ap-calculus
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Madness in March Underscores the “M” in STEM
...occupations (“STEM Jobs: 2017 Update,” U.S. Department of Commerce) STEM workers command higher wages, earning 29% more than their non-STEM counterparts (“STEM Jobs: 2017 Update,” U.S. Department of Commerce) 2. Yet supply is low: Only 26% of all certificates or conferred college degre...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/mathmadness
Solution 11890: Registering a Texas Instruments (TI) Graphing Calculator on the TI Online Store.
... Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search Is it necessary to register the calculator for Warranty verification purposes? Congratulations on the purchase of your new TI product! TI provides a one-year limited warranty against defective materials and constructio...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/general-information/11890
Solution 34926: Functionality of the Function Keys [F1 - F5] on the TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
... Home | TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of products Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search What purpose do the function keys [F1 - F5] serve on the TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators and how are they used? The function keys [F1 - F5] are...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34926
Solution 11758: Functionality of the Function Keys [F1 - F5] on the TI-83 Family, TI-89 Family, TI-92 Family and Voyage™ 200.
... Home | TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of products Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search What purpose do the function keys [F1 - F5] serve on my graphing calculator and how are they used? The function keys [F1 - F5] are used to access certain...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/11758