Summer of STEM: Breaking Board Paradox
... setting it on the part of the stick that is still on the table. Karate chop it and notice the stick doesn’t break. When the paper is placed completely flat on top of the stick, it serves as a large surface area for the air above it to push down on the paper – and by extension, onto the ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/june/breakingboard
Adding “Class” to Your Python Code | Texas Instruments
...,0,-1): r=int(self.red*(0.97**i)) g=int(self.green*(0.97**i)) b=int(self.blue*(0.97**i)) set_color(r,g,b) fill_circle(self.x, self.y, i) Note the widespread use of the prefix self. in the code above so that each balloon uses its own attributes. The for loop creates a “3D” effect on the balloon...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/python-coding-classes
Making Math Connections Visually: Five Free Activities to Use in Your Algebra Class
...s will have an opportunity to balance a pair of equations simultaneously. Students will find that there are an infinite set of solutions to each individual equation, but only in certain cases will the two equations be balanced at the same time. For more information, download the Teacher Notes ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/june/visualizingalgebra
Summer of STEM: Egg in a Bottle
...rough the top of the bottle and past the egg. Because the fire burns up the oxygen inside the bottle quickly, and the egg is acting to stop any incoming air by acting as a seal, the air pressure inside the bottle quickly becomes less than the air pressure outside the bottle and above the egg....https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/june/egginabottle
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-84 Plus
...ove crucial. Make sure that your regression diagnostics are turned on. Be aware that, when fitting a linear regression model to a set of data, the residuals are automatically stored in a list called RESID. Remember to investigate a residual plot to confirm whether your proposed regression models ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/apstats
Which TI Calculator for the SAT® and Why?
...g calculator TI-Nspire™ CX CAS graphing calculator TI-Nspire™ CX II CAS graphing calculator Notice that super-powerful CAS (which stands for Computer Algebra System) calculators are allowed. In addition to finding numeric answers, a CAS calculator provides algebraic answers in simplest f...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/which-ti-calc-sat
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Daniel Wilkie
...ade TEACHES WHERE: Woodmont High School in Greenville, South Carolina TEACHING FOR HOW LONG: 23 years Daniel in his own words: Why did you become a teacher? I had a couple of good role models when I was going through high school math classes, especially when I was a sophomore. I had an e...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/teacherofthemonth
Introducing the TI-Nspire CX II
... their graphing calculator more responsive as they are using it increasingly to explore an array of complex, STEM concepts," Peter Balyta, Ph.D., president of TI Education Technology “Students and teachers asked us to make their graphing calculator more responsive as they are using it increasin...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/nspire
A first-of-its-kind STEM strategy charts path to help educators
... done before – assembling disparate yet dependent education organizations to learn from each other and collaborate together." Joleigh Honey, vice president of ASSM The mission was simple, but rare, and hugely difficult: create an opportunity for policy leaders across each of the STEM disciplin...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/a-first-of-its-kind-stem-strategy-charts-path-to-help-educators
A Teacher’s 5 Words That Changed My Life
...s: Choose to Challenge. This International Women’s Day, Texas Instruments (TI) engineer, Tracy Hamilton, has her hand up high to show she is committed to “choosing to challenge.” We choose our inner circle. We choose our lifestyle. We choose our beliefs. We choose our careers. I’d ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/intlwomensday
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Jessica Kohout
... WHAT: Biology, AP and regular TEACHES WHERE: Reservoir High School, Fulton, Maryland TEACHING FOR HOW LONG: 14 years Jessica in her own words: Why did you become a teacher? I didn't realize that I wanted to be a teacher until my senior year of college, when I got an internship in the National A...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/teacher-of-the-month
Summer of STEM: Disappearing Cups
...rd pressure. Notice the polystyrene is dissolving into the acetone. How it works: Polystyrene is made up of monomers of styrene, an organic compound (C6H5CH=CH2). When polystyrene is being produced it exists in a liquid state (like a gooey, thick liquid). As polystyrene is prod...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/july/disappearing_cups
You only get one “first day of school” – use it wisely
...their names much easier. Another one of my first day favorites is to give each student Play-Doh and let them make something that describes what they did that summer. After all, who doesn’t like playing with Play-Doh? 2. Set Expectations It may not be the most exciting part of the day, but revie...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/firstday
Tips for Surviving the First Week Back at School
...haviors that might help in developing groups throughout the year. There is no need to start with rules and policies on the first day. You may need to identify any routines as needed for the activities. However, the first day should focus on developing a classroom community and demonstrating to yo...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/first_week_tips
#NCTMregionals Seattle 2018 Recap
...bitor Workshops at #NCTMregionals Seattle 2018 Driving on Mars: A Coding Problem Have your students wondered how driverless cars work? Have you considered the math that it takes for vehicles to drive on Mars? In this session, we will code robotic vehicles using mathematics to drive, make turns ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/nctm-seattle
5 Tips for a Healthy, Happy Exam Week | Texas Instruments
...now it sounds cliché, but mindful breathing has changed my life. Do yourself a favor and download a free app like Headspace, and just try it for a solid week straight. Trust me! Anxiety Tip #4: Nourish Thyself Okay guys, I’m serious. When we’re stressed, we usually either forget to eat entirely o...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/5-tips-for-a-healthy-happy-exam-week
AP® Precalculus Resources Teachers Love | Texas Instruments
...ll be taken by students across the globe. While the course has four units, only the first three units are covered on the exam. The fourth unit is considered additional material that teachers may choose to cover, especially if the topics are part of their local or state standards for precalculus. ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/ap-precalculus-resources-teachers-will-love
Let’s Get Back to the Basics
...phing 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, but can be modified to fit your level or schedule. To prepare for this lesson, follow the steps below: Download ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/backtothebasicsactivity
Professional basketball star donates TI calculators to his former high school
...ready. “Riverside has always meant a lot to me. I started off my high school career here and it feels good to give back to the school and to this community that meant so much to me – I am happy to do it,” said Warren, who was joined by his parents and former basketball coach.” Warren, who ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/february/tj-warren-donates
How a TI Calculator and a Few Special Teachers Added up to an Engineering Career at TI
...lways loved computers and technology but wasn’t sure that I could ever be “good enough” to actually turn that love into a career. Developing that confidence would take the help and support of many special teachers along the way. One teacher that particularly stands out is Shirley Pfingston, who...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/eweek2021
Engage Students With This Real-World Earth Day Activity
...round the Earth at the equator? To solve this question, ask students to collaborate in groups of three or four. This can be done via phone, email or videoconference. The first thing we expect students to do is to decide what information they need to know and ask in order to answer this question ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/earthday
7 Reasons Why Python on the TI-Nspire™ CX II Graphing Calculator Is a Must-Have for Your Classroom
...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 variety of applications, including...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/7-reasons-why-python-is-a-must
Top 5 Tips for Transitioning to Virtual Teaching
...e to get adjusted, and you have to accept the fact that it’s not going to happen on the first day.” 2. Build the relationships and the learning will come One advantage teachers have in transitioning from the classroom to an online environment is that relationships have already been formed. You h...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/distance-education
Customize your TI calculator with a 3-D printed case
...o create custom slide covers for TI’s newest graphing calculator, the TI-84 Plus CE. “These designs aren’t meant to replace the protective cover that comes with your TI calculator,” says Galu, “but it does give you some options if you lose your case or simply want to be the envy of everyone’s eye...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/january/3d-slide-case
Top 10 T³™ Webinars From 2021
...n the TI-84 Plus CE model. Mathtastic Pi Day Activities Presented by Veronica Carlson and Kim Thomas Our presenters share pi activities for middle and high school classes designed to excite your students about the wonder of pi. Algebra Activities on the TI-84 Plus CE That Our Stud...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2021webinars