Summer Reading List for Math Teachers | Texas Instruments
... implement in less than a minute — without additional prep! “I purchased this book to follow-up previously reading ‘Make It Stick’ by Peter C. Brown. I have a deep interest in brain research and the science of learning, and I will definitely read this book this summer.” “Powerful Teaching:...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/summer-reading-for-math-teachers
Helping Students Save for Retirement | Texas Instruments
...he recognized that fees can really put a dent in your retirement “nest egg.” When Harold realized that investment fees can do a lot of damage to his own investments, he started to alert people to start saving as soon as you can and avoid investing with professionals that charge high fees. Muc...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/retirement-planning-program
Inverse Functions on the TI-84 Plus CE | Texas Instruments
...As students solve for the input of the function, in ℃, yielding 50℉, I encourage students to list the operations used in solving for the input (as shown above). This ultimately helps students construct the inverse function, c(x), where x = # of ℉ and c(x) = # of ℃: Equation for an invers...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/investigating-inverse-functions-ti-84-plus-ce
Fall-Tastic Ideas for Your Classroom | Texas Instruments
... of fall-inspired teaching and decoration ideas to help infuse your math class with the warm and inviting feelings of the season — all available to download free! Fall into learning with door decor Enhance the look of your classroom door and bulletin board with original designs by ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/falltastic-ideas-enhance-classroom
Collecting Data With Sensors and TI Tech | Texas Instruments
... For STEM, computer science or science teachers looking for a more coding-focused learning experience, giving students the ability to create their own data collection programs with Python is a unique way to engage them in the learning process. It also offers them a chance to be more independent...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/match-made-in-stem
5 Educators Using Robotics To Teach Math | Texas Instruments
... a drawing of half of an animal face (example: elephant and wolf), and they had to physically measure the lengths and interior angles of that half-drawn face. They then had to code that to scale on the Rover to recreate the drawing. Finally, to earn full credit, they had to determine how to code ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/using-robotics-to-teach-math
6 Resources to Jump-Start the School Year | Texas Instruments
...dents to explore the functionality of their calculators, and refresh their minds on menu locations and how to do basic things on their calculators. Download versions for the TI-84 Plus and TI-Nspire™ CX families of graphing calculators. Video-based product tutorial...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/tiresources
A New School Year, A New You(Tube) | Texas Instruments
... watch on demand, there’s a lot you can take back to the classroom to enhance student learning. Monday Night Calculus Hands down one of our most popular live stream events is Monday Night Calculus. Teachers and students alike are encouraged to tune in and follow along for ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/new-school-year-new-youtube
Calculators and Order of Operations | Texas Instruments
... I find myself in a bustling saloon in the Wild West sipping liquid courage, when a troublemaker writes 6/2(2+1)=1 on a bar napkin and throws it down on the table like a gauntlet. I hear myself say, “Them’s fightin’ words!” and, nerd that I am, pull my graphing calculator out of my belt loop, ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/calculators-and-order-of-operations
3 Math Activities for Back to School | Texas Instruments
...ng around the classroom. Student and teacher answer sheets. Save this activity as part of your back-to-school lessons. Download this activity when you’re ready to start the fun. Check out more activities on our Pinterest page. Explore! Coloring...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/three-back-to-school-math-activities
5 Study Tips from a Student #StudyGrammer | Texas Instruments
... next to a window for plenty of light. All the makings of a “studygram” account created on Instagram. When Sophia from @girlmeetsdesk started her own studygram, she was interested in ways to manage all the new pressures of being a freshman in high school, including her drive to get good grades...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/5-study-tips-from-a-student-studygrammer
Middle School Math Meets Python Game Design | Texas Instruments
...r TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator. So, the coding is done … now what? The learning is just getting started! If your students have their own calculator, they now have a fully functioning math game. They can play in class, on a bus, at home … virtually anywhere. How about a daily or w...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/middle-school-math-python-game-design
5 Teacher Tips for Classroom Management | Texas Instruments
...es, featuring a few unique styles and techniques, they shared for managing a math classroom. 1. Relationship building and engagement Hands down, the most popular approach our teacher community shared was relationship building. As a fun way of building relationships with studen...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/5-teacher-tips-classroom-management
Women Who Code: A TI Intern’s STEM Journey | Texas Instruments
... to get a good education so we can find a job.” Shahollari didn’t know any English before coming to the states, and she remembered being “just thrown in” to a regular school. The only language help she received was through an ESL tutor for one hour a week. One of the first phrases Shahollari l...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/women-who-code-ti-intern-stem-journey
Solutions To Keep Your Students Learning All Summer | TI
... to inspire your students to get creative themselves. By simply sharing past entries with interested students, you may inspire some to work on their own designs over the summer. A coding challenge can be a fun way to motivate and encourage students to continue learning through summer and mayb...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/keep-students-learning-all-summer
3 Coding Activities for July Fourth Fun | Texas Instruments
...les section of TI Codes for the TI‑Nspire™ CX II and the TI‑84 Plus CE Python graphing calculator. Go ahead, try this activity! Next steps: Download the Turtle module onto your graphing calculator. Turtle for TI-84 Plus CE Python model Turtle for TI-Nspire™ CX II model Follow the ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/3-coding-activities-for-july-4-fun
Assessing Student Thinking | Texas Instruments
...method worked. By taking the time to dig into the student’s correct answers, I was able to uncover Joey’s misconception before we continued blindly down the learning path. When we look at assessing student thinking beyond the right answer, we are really examining feedback. While feedback can c...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/assessing-student-thinking
Why Buy a Graphing Calculator?
... Dynamic exploration of math and science. Students are empowered to see structures, discover and identify patterns, and make their own connections. Trusted for the big exams. TI graphing calculators are allowed on most high-stakes exams and advanced coursework, includin...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/why-buy-graphing-calculator
Top Tips From a Science Teacher for Taking the Online AP® Exam
...at it would be like on the day of the exam. Try to reduce distractions, and time yourself to get a feeling of what it will be like on test day. Sit down with what you need: snacks, water, scratch paper, pen/pencil, formula sheets and a calculator. If you do not have a calculator at home, you can ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/scienceapexams
How To Avoid 5 Common Grant Writing Mistakes | Texas Instruments
... proposal, but remembering these five common mistakes and knowing what questions to ask yourself can help make things go a bit smoother. Let’s countdown the top five mistakes. Mistake #5: Ignoring the importance of impact and sustainability Educators tend to think only about their...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/5-common-grant-writing-mistakes
Fan’s Favorite Features on TI-84 Plus CE | Texas Instruments
...lect “graph-table.” This quick view allows students to compare the data in the table to what their graph shows, enabling them to make their own connections. You can even combine this view with the calculate menu features. “I love the ability to graph and see the table at the same tim...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/five-fan-favorite-features-ti84plus
Get Students Excited About Linear Equations | Texas Instruments
...w are a sample of the sequence of steps students would follow to modify the program. Open the .tns file, “slide_whistle” (in the activity download). Press [Menu], then navigate to 8 TI Hub > 3 Add Input Device. Then select 2 Ranger. This will...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2023/get-students-excited-about-linear-equations
BA II Plus™ Professional Financial Calculator | Texas Instruments
... Black protective pouch with quick reference card included--> One lithium 2032 battery included APD (Automatic Power Down) conserves power Three-year limited warranty--> Hardware One-year limited warranty Toll-free help hotline: 1.800.TI.C...https://education.ti.com/en/products/calculators/financial/baii-plus-professional
Forensics Case 2 - Bouncing Back: Using ground-penetrating radar to locate buried objects
In this activity, students gather data to explore the use of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) to find buried materials. They use a range finder to detect the presence of an object and to distinguish between different-shaped objects. They find the buried car and help solve a case.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/forensics-case-2--bouncing-back-using-groundpenetrating-radar-to-locate-buried-objects
Forensics Case 11 - Ashes to Ashes: Using evaporation rate to identify an unknown liquid
In this activity, students understand that evaporation rate is a characteristic property of a liquid. Based on this fact, they identify the solution and the likely accelerant in a case of arson. They compare the evaporation rates of the accelerants found with the suspects with those near the crim...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/forensics-case-11--ashes-to-ashes-using-evaporation-rate-to-identify-an-unknown-liquid