Shortest Distances
Students will explore three situations involving distances between points and lines. First, the minimum distance between two points leads to the Triangle Inequality Theorem. Then, the shortest distance from a point to a line is investigated. Finally, students find the smallest total distan...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/shortest-distances
Triangle Midsegment Exploration
The activity has the students investigate the relationship of the midsegment to the third side of the triangle. In addition the students investigate the area of the smaller triangles compared to the larger one and uses the results to solve the "campground" problem. There is a set of follow-up q...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/triangle-midsegment-exploration
Properties of Quadrilaterals
The students will investigate the properties of a parallelogram, rhombus, rectangle, square, kite, trapezoid, and isosceles trapezoid by using the measurement tools of the TI-Npsire. The students will record their results on the chart. The time for the activity will vary based on the ability of...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/properties-of-quadrilaterals
Making Hay While the Sun Shines & Not Losing It in the Rain (The Geometry of the Big Round Bale)
This activity explores the volume of the hay bale and the percent of loss as the radius of the bale decreases. The extension collects data from the constructed cylinder in a spreadsheet and graphs it. The graphs are modeled with quadratic functions and transformations of quadratic functions can...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/making-hay-while-the-sun-shines--not-losing-it-in-the-rain--the-geometry-of-the-big-round-bale
Chicago Chase Activity
In this activity, students will predict qualifying speeds and tire wear.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/chicago-chase-activity
Multiplicity of Zeros of Functions
Students will utilize graphs and equations of five polynomial functions to determine the zeros of the functions and whether the functions cross the x-axis at these zeros or just touch the x-axis at the zeros. Then students will determine the degree of the polynomial functions and the effect the d...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/multiplicity-of-zeros-of-functions
Graphs of Linear Functions
Students investigate the connections between the points on a line and the equation of the line written in slope-intercept form.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/graphs-of-linear-functions
Getting Ready for Quadratics
This activity is intended as a skill-building exercise to familiarize students with TI-Nspire skills they will need to work through a unit studying the properties of quadratic functions. The activity includes exercises on Creating a Scatter Plot, Finding a Curve of Best Fit, and Tracing a Function.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/getting-ready-for-quadratics
Linear Regression: Wing Span/Height
Students take measurements of individual's wing span and height and create a coordinate graph. The activity should include at least three different grade levels. Students submit an equation through "Activity Center" and the class compares the different equations.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/linear-regression-wing-spanheight
Multiplicity of Zeros of Functions
In this activity for the TI-84 Plus CE Family, students will utilize graphs and equations of polynomial functions to determine the zeros of the functions and whether the functions cross the x-axis or is tangent to the x-axis at the zeros.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/multiplicity-of-zeros-of-functions_1
REAL LIFE REAL WORLD - Avalanche Rescue
When hikers and skiers go into terrain with a risk of avalanches, they take safety equipment including avalanche rescue beacons. An avalanche rescue beacon sends and receives electromagnetic field signals that travel in circular patterns. The search pattern used to locate a beacon buried in the...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/real-life-real-world--avalanche-rescue
Dynamic Geometry: Basic Constructions
Students use the Cabri™ Jr. application to draw triangles and construct perpendicular bisectors on the sides of a triangles. They study the properties of a triangle and understand how the measures of angles of a triangle is always 180 degrees.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/dynamic-geometry-basic-constructions
Dynamic Geometry: Program Basics
Students use the Cabri™ Jr. application to draw triangles and explore properties of perpendicular bisectors of the three sides of different types of the triangles. They study the measures of angles of a triangle and understand that the sum of the measures of angles of a triangle is always 180 deg...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/dynamic-geometry-program-basics
Extension: Parallel Lines and the Sum of the Angles
Students construct a line parallel to the base of a triangle and measure the angles formed. They use the construction to prove that the sum of the measures of the interior angles of a triangle is 180 degrees.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/extension-parallel-lines-and-the-sum-of-the-angles
Investigating Angle Bisectors
Students will determine that any poin on the angle bisector is equidistant from the sides of the angle.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/investigating-angle-bisectors
Investigate Perpendicular Bisector
Student activity: Discover that any point on the perpendicular bisector of a segment is equidistant from the endpoints of the segmenthttps://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/investigate-perpendicular-bisector
Generating Recursive Sequences to Explore Exponential Patterns
Students will understand patterns, relations, and functions and use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationshipshttps://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/generating-recursive-sequences-to-explore-exponential-patterns
Generating Recursive Sequences to Explore Linearity
Students will understand patterns, relations, and functions. They will also use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/generating-recursive-sequences-to-explore-linearity
Polynomial Root Finder and Simultaneous Equation Solver
Extend the benefits and functions of the TI-86 to your calculator....mials to Y= for graphing and evaluation Verify a root is the zero of the polynomial function by storing roots in Real format. Simultaneous Equation Solver Enter systems of equations with up to 10 equations and 10 unknowns Easy to use SIMULT MODE screen to set up all options ...https://education.ti.com/en/software/details/en/7DFF09A5B117420D8BE99109F1B36D34/83polynomialrootfinderandsimultaneousequationsolver
Polynomial Rollercoaster
This lesson involves finding a cubic regression equation to model a section of roller coaster track.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/polynomial-rollercoaster
The "Great Pyramid" - Rate of Change
Students will explore different rates of change. Using the TI-Nspire students will be expected to make predictions based upon information that a Pharaoh has given. Students will explore points in a scatter plot of time and height on the building of a pyramid in ancient times. They will calcula...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/the-great-pyramid--rate-of-change
A Math Teacher’s Guide to Valentines Fun | Texas Instruments
...y: Download as a PDF Multiply smiles with expressions of math love Go beyond typical Valentine’s Day cards and hand out these unique “Mathentine” surprises instead! These math-inspired valentines are delightful conversation starters you can print and cut out on cardstock, or ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2025/math-teachers-guide-valentines-day-fun
Press Center
...ly to solve real-world problems.” Importantly, the TI-84 Plus CE Python graphing calculator is approved for high-stakes exams, including the PSAT/NMSQT*, SAT* and ACT® college entrance exams as well as Advanced Placement* and IB® exams that allow or require a graphing calculator. Students can ex...https://education.ti.com/en/about/press-center
12 Days of Holiday Math Activities | Texas Instruments
... This coloring page activity combines the holiday-like joy of discovery with a love for math. Students must use their trusty TI calculators to solve equations that reveal the hidden snowflake on the page. It’s one of the coolest ways to add an element of wintery, flurry fun to your classroom acti...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/12-holiday-math-activities
6 Tips for Navigating the First Week | Texas Instruments
...culators. TI’s Pinterest page also offers a plethora of downloads, including: Inspirational and key press posters to decorate your classroom. Quick-start activities. Coloring sheets for when a brain break is needed. Sticker templates to offer reward incentives. Watch for additional ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/6-great-tips-first-week-of-school