Factoring Special Cases
Students explore geometric proofs for two factoring rules: a2 + 2ab + b2 = (a + b)2 and x2 – a2 = (x – a)(x + a). Given a set of shapes whose combined areas represent the left-hand expression, they manipulate them to create rectangles whose areas are equal to the right-hand expression.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/factoring-special-cases_1
Applications of Equations
Students will apply equations to a real-world problem about the number of people attending a museum. They will study the parts of an equation that represents the situation. Then, students will use a dynamic model to find the solution to the equation and interpret what the result means in the real...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/applications-of-equations
Any 2 Points Make A Line
Students will use the TI-nspire to plot 2 points then draw the line through them. Students will find coordinates, calculate slope for diagonal , vertical and horizontal lines, then verify results using menu choices on their handheld. This activity has a student worksheet that questions students a...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/any-2-points-make-a-line
Using Tables to Solve Linear Equations
Solve one-step and two-step linear equations where a and b are real numbers.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/using-tables-to-solve-linear-equations
Balanced Systems of Equations
A solution to a system of equations is an ordered pair that makes both equations true at the same time.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/balanced-systems-of-equations
Variables on Both Sides
Understand the number of possible solutions to equations that have variables on both sides.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/variables-on-both-sides_2
Visualizing Equations
Deepen understand of solving linear equations by maintaining balance.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/visualizing-equations
Visualizing Integers
Understand the additive inverse property through simple integer equalities.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/visualizing-integers
Walk the Line
In this activity, students will be introduced to the CBR 2 motion sensor and the Vernier DataQuest™ app. They will collect and analyze both linear and non-linear data.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/walk-the-line
Two Variable Linear Equations
Investigate a point as the solution to a linear equation in two variables.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/two-variable-linear-equations
Algebra I Review
Review Algebra I concepts including solving equations, slope, and multiplying binomials.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/algebra-i-review
"Add Them Up" for TI-Nspire
This activity (which is based on "Add Them Up" from EasyData Collection Activities) involves the use of TI-Nspire, Vernier Easy Link, and a Voltage sensor in order to have students graph a scatterplot and determine an equation of best fit based on collected data.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/add-them-up-for-tinspire
Checking Equivalence
Investigate equivalent expressions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/checking-equivalence
Chirp, Jump, Scatter
In this activity, students will find a best fit line for data graphed as scatter plots. Applications of linear relationships provide motivation for students and improve their skills and understanding of finding the equation of a line from two known points. Movable lines make this activity approac...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/chirp-jump-scatter_1
What is a Solution to a System?
Solve a system of linear equations and begin to explore the infinite numbers of solutions to one equation.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/what-is-a-solution-to-a-system
Proportions in Stories
This lesson involves inputting data into a table, observing the data on coordinate plane, and inputting an equation that corresponds with the table of values.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/proportions-in-stories
Proportionality in Tables, Graphs, and Equations
Students will recognize and identify the characteristics of proportional and non-proportional relationships by analyzing a table, equation, and graph.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/proportionality-in-tables-graphs-and-equations
Words for Algebra
This lesson involves starting with the context of a word problem and then examining it from several different perspectives in an effort to build expressions and equations that model the problem.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/words-for-algebra
Whole number: Parts of a Whole
This activity involves students in modeling practical situations using the Part-Whole-Part model provided, and identifying the type of operation required. It can be used to lead into building algebraic expressions if desired.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/whole-number-parts-of-a-whole
The Distributive Property
This lesson involves using the graphs of two lines to create equivalent expressions.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/the-distributive-property
Dice Rolling and Probability
Students will utilize the Spreadsheet and Data and Statistics applications in the TI-Nspire handheld. They will create randomly generated data and will plot it in a Dot Plot to recognize relative frequency of outcomes.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/dice-rolling-and-probability
Systems of Equations
In this activity, students will recognize a system of equations, determine solutions graphically, and verify solutions algebraically.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/systems-of-equations
Comparing Pi's and Roots
This lesson involves manipulating the radius of a circle and the sides of a right triangle in an attempt to set the circumference of the circle equal to the hypotenuse of the right trianglehttps://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/comparing-pis-and-roots
Exploring Functions
Students will explore functions and identify domain and range using graphs, equations, and function tables. This activity was created for students who have had a lesson of functions and have some basic knowledge of TI-Nspire technology.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exploring-functions
Equations from Unit Rates
This lesson involves finding a linear equation and confirming the equation represents a proportional relationship with numeric values in ordered pairs or in functions tables.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/equations-from-unit-rates