Units Other than Unit Squares
This activity uses an area model to examine differences in the size of unit squares. Student investigation of the model leads to the understanding that fractions make sense only in reference to a particular scale or unit. Students consider how one half of a unit square can represent different are...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/units-other-than-unit-squares
Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Common Denominators
This activity uses interactive number lines to investigate addition and subtraction of fractions that refer to the same whole, with like denominators. Students may reason about the process as 1) decomposing each fraction into unit fractions and counting the total number of unit fractions that wou...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/adding-and-subtracting-fractions-with-common-denominators
Creating Equivalent Fractions
This activity is intended to be a deeper investigation into equivalent fractions, going beyond recognizing and identifying them. Students should know that two numbers are equivalent (equal) if they are located at the same point on the number line and that the larger of two numbers is the on...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/creating-equivalent-fractions
Segments in Circles
In this activity, students will explore the relationships among segments created by two intersecting chords, and secant segments. Students will store variables and use both the automated and manual data capture features in a spreadsheet and write formulas in spreadsheets to confirm relationships ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/segments-in-circles
Triangle Inequalities
In this activity, students will discover the Triangle Inequality Theorem and explore the possible lengths of the third side of a triangle given the other two side lengths. Students will also classify the type of triangle as acute, obtuse, or right using the Pythagorean inequalities.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/triangle-inequalities
Side-Splitter Theorem
Explore the side-splitter theorem by collecting data from a triangle with a line parallel to one of its sides.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/sidesplitter-theorem_1
Quick Start Guide: Distance/Rate/Time Using the CBR™ 2 Motion Sensor
The CBR™ 2 motion sensor allows students to measure distance over time so they can study rates of change, velocity and acceleration. The Quick Start Guide highlights highlight steps to get started with a TI graphing calculator and CBR™ 2 motion sensor, including connecting the ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/quick-start-cbr2-motion-sensor
Quick Start Guide: TI-Innovator™ Rover
The TI-Innovator™ Rover is an educational robotic vehicle that students program with their TI graphing calculators to explore topics in math, science, coding and STEM. The Quick Start Guide highlights highlight steps to get started with a TI graphing calculator and Rover, including making Rover ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/quick-start-rover
Exponential Growth
This lesson involves finding an approximation for the value of the mathematical constant (e) and apply it to growth and decay problems.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exponential-growth_ns
Science Tools App
This App provides students the capability to perform unit conversions as well as use the graphing and vector tool, handle constants and conversions, and deal with significant figures.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/science-tools-app
Solution 35954: Installing Applications That Were Not Downloaded From The Macintosh® App Store
... Home | Computer Software, iPad and Chrome Apps Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search How do I open Texas Instruments software that was not purchased from the Mac App Store? Newer versions of the Mac OS X, by default, allow only apps from the Mac Ap...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/sofware-apps/troubleshooting-messages-unexpected-results/35954
Recent Coverage
Recent Coverage global website Recent Coverage Derivita Derivita Collaborates with Texas Instruments to Advance High-Quality Math in the Thinking Classroom Through Seamless Integration ...https://education.ti.com/en/media-center/recent-coverage
Webinar: Strive for the 5! Using TI Technology to Prepare for the AP® Precalculus Exam
In this on-demand webinar, the presenters will highlight resources and best practices for preparing students for the AP Precalculus exam using the TI-84 Plus CE or TI-Nspire CX II graphing calculators.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/ap-precal_webinar_strive-for-five
Transformations of Exponential Functions - Part 1
Students will explore the family of exponential functions of the form f(x) = c * b x+aand be able to describe the effect of each parameter on the graph of y = f(x).https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/transformations-of-exponential-functions
Transformations of Exponential Functions Part 2 - 84
In this activity, students will explore additional transformations. This is Part 2 of Transformations of Exponential Functions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/transformations-of-exponential-functions_84_p2
Taylor Polynomials Exploration
In this activity, students will examine another kind of polynomial approximation that is a generalization of the tangent line approximation. These polynomials are called Taylor polynomials.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/taylor-polynomials-exploration
Taylor Polynomials
Students learn to define a Taylor polynomial approximation to a function f of degree n about a point x = a. They also learn to graph convergence of Taylor polynomials. They use Taylor polynomials to approximate function values.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/taylor-polynomials_1
Symmetric Secant
Investigate the symmetric secant line to provide an estimate for the derivative of a function at a point.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/symmetric-secant
Area Function Demo
Connect the area under a derivative curve to the graph of the antiderivative.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/area-function-demo
Derivative Analysis
Associate the verbal language of function behavior with characteristics of the graph of the function.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/derivative-analysis
Exponential Transformations
Graph exponential functions and explore by making changes in the parameters.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exponential-transformations
Families of Functions Modular Course
This modular course is a series of video-based lessons providing instruction on how to graph, explore and transform parent functions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/families-of-functions-modular-course
How Far Am I Off?
Students calculate a confidence interval using the chi-square distribution to estimate a population variance.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/how-far-am-i-off_1
Percentiles & Z-Scores
Students explore percentiles and z-scores of normal distributions by graphing and calculating.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/percentiles--zscores_1
Estimating a Population Proportion
Students find the confidence interval for a population proportion by first finding the critical value and the margin of error. They find confidence intervals for real-life scenarios and use those intervals to make a judgment about a claim. Finally, they use two formulas for finding the required s...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/estimating-a-population-proportion_1