NUMB3RS - Season 3 - "Finders Keepers" - The Leaf Drops
In "Finders Keepers," a world-class racing yacht sinks in the ocean. The NSA has the exact location where its homing beacon shut down and assumes that is where the ship sank. The NSA is stumped when they cannot find the yacht at this location because they assumed the boat sank directly to the bot...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/numb3rs--season-3--finders-keepers--the-leaf-drops
Midpoint Formula Discovery
Step by step instructions are given for the students to draw a segment, find the midpoint, and label the coordinates of the two endpoints and the midpoint. The students then record the data in a table for various segments. Based on the table students will discover how to find the midpoint of a se...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/midpoint-formula-discovery
Properties of Parabolas
Students interpret the equation for a parabola in vertex form and gain a visual understanding of a parabola's focal width.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/properties-of-parabolas_1
Motorcycle Jump
This activity presents a scenario in which a motorcycle rider jumps off a ramp and travels along a quadratic path through the air.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/motorcycle-jump_1
Exploring Standard Form of a Quadratic Function
Students explore y=ax^2+bx+c using the transform graphing application. Teacher calculator is used with Navigator to send device settings, the equation format and initial coefficient values to all students. Worksheet includes all student instructions, along with blank grids for students to sketch ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/exploring-standard-form-of-a-quadratic-function
Breaking Up Over Model Bridges
The learning objective of this activity is to introduce the concept of reciprocal functions having the form: xy = k or y = f(x) = k/x, where k is a constant and x and y are variables. In Part I, twelve one inch paper squares arranged in various rectangles illustrate that length x width = 12 sq...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/breaking-up-over-model-bridges
Asymptotes & Zeros
Students relate the graph of a rational function to the graphs of the polynomial functions of its numerator and denominator. Students graph these polynomials one at a time and identify their y-intercepts and zeros. Using the handheld's manual manipulation functions, students can manipulate the gr...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/asymptotes--zeros_1
Investigating the Sine and Cosine Functions
Students use Cabri? Jr. to draw a circle and investigate the relationship between the coordinates of a point on the circle and sine and cosine of the angle whose terminal side passes through that point. NY State Algebra 2 & Trigonometry Standards covered: PS.3, PS.4, RP.2, CN.1, CN.2, A.55, A.5...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/investigating-the-sine-and-cosine-functions
Making Sense of Shapes and Sizes
Students develop algorithms for generating and generalizing patterns related to triangle and square geometric models.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/making-sense-of-shapes-and-sizes
Stuff It!
Students learn to calculate volume of a sphere and a rectangular prism. They explore methods of determining how many volleyballs can be placed in a room.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/stuff-it
2025 Confidence Counts Contest Rules | Texas Instruments
...gy division (“TI” or “Sponsor”), with a place of business at 13532 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243, and with a website at http://education.ti.com. The Administrator of the Contest is TI (“Administrator,” and together with Sponsor, the “Contest Entities”). CONTEST PERIOD:The Contest will...https://education.ti.com/en/promotion/confidencecountscontest/rules
Sequence Investigation
In this activity, students will use a calculator page to create an arithmetic sequence. Through this they will learn some of the vocabulary of sequences. Then students will then use slider functionality to explore the effect of each variable in the formula of the nth term of an arithmetic sequenc...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/sequence-investigation_1
Pythagorean Proofs
In this activity, students will explore proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem. Students will explore the proof of the Pythagorean Theorem using area of squares, area of triangles and trapezoids, and by dissection. Students will then be asked to apply what they have learned about the Pythagorean Theorem.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/pythagorean-proofs_1
Solution 40345: Directions to Accept a Texas Instruments Software Product With a 16 Character Activation Key.
...h a 16 Character Activation Key. global website Home | Computer Software, iPad and Chrome Apps Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search How do I accept a Texas Instruments Softwar...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/sofware-apps/computer-software-installation-activation/40345
Solution 37295: Troubleshooting a TI-84 Plus CE or TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition That Will Not Turn On, Charge, Function Properly, Displays a “Validating Operating System…” Message or Flashes White.
...ons, programs, and data. If at all possible, please backup all your files by copying data files and programs from your calculator to a folder on your computer using TI Connect CE™ Software. 1) Attempt to charge the calculator by connecting to a computer or wall adapter, if the calculator boots up...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/troubleshooting-messages-unexpected-results/37295
TI-84 Plus CE | Calculator Accessories | Texas Instruments
...™ Hub Empower students to explore coding and engineering concepts with the Hub’s built-in features, including lights, speakers, and other interactive components — or connect it to external sensors and devices. Let students design and control their own creative projects, bringing STEM learning to ...https://education.ti.com/en/products/calculators/graphing-calculators/ti-84-plus-ce-python/accessories
Texas Instruments honors math heroes in new, nationwide contest, “Spread the Math Love”
... Meet the first winner who inspired a Naval Academy recruit to use numbers to defend her country DALLAS – (May 28, 2019) While the school year may be coming to an end, a new contest aimed at spreading the love of math is just getting started. Through September, Texas Instruments (TI) is asking pe...https://education.ti.com/en/about/press-center/5-28-2019-spread-the-math-love
High school student pilots aviation lesson, “STEM on the Fly,” to inspire middle and high school students to love STEM
...lo pilot a glider and has already logged nearly 25 hours of flight time in his young life. As part of his prize for winning the contest, the aspiring commercial pilot traveled to Dallas where he visited with mathematicians and scientists at Texas Instruments, got a behind-the-scenes tour of the M...https://education.ti.com/en/about/press-center/1-24-2018-stem-on-the-fly
Former Football Player turned Full-Time Mathematician, John Urschel, kicks-off the #GenSTEM contest to get kids pumped up to go back to school
...around them and ignite a spark that can fuel real change.” To discover your STEM strengths or share how STEM inspires you, visit: www.GenSTEMcontest.com. [i] Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Quarterly, STEM 101: Intro to tomorrow’s jobs [ii] – Maltese, A. and Tai, R., Pipeline pe...https://education.ti.com/en/about/press-center/8-15-2017-genstem-contest
Funding and Research | Grant Writing | Texas Instruments
...ation Key findings from the EdWeek Research Center: Educators prefer handheld calculators for instruction and exams Texas Instruments commissioned the EdWeek Research Center to examine how digital exams are shaping math instruction and how calculators play a role in student learni...https://education.ti.com/en/resources/funding-and-research
Webinar | Teaching Inverses of Functions and Relations – Ideas You Have Not Used … Yet!
...about y = x. Use graphs and tables simultaneously to discover how the ordered pairs are “just” switched. Have your students discover that the composition of inverse functions yields the identity function. Develop the graph of the inverse cos relation and the graph of the inverse cos f...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/for-teachers-and-teams/online-learning/on-demand-webinars/2025/apr-1-2025-teaching-inverses-of-functions-and-relations
Science Resources | Lessons & Devices | Texas Instruments
...s to explore, engage and explain scientific phenomena Utilize a wide range of devices for TI graphing calculators that are compact, durable and portable to use in class, in the lab or out in the field. TI graphing calculators do not require an internet connection and a...https://education.ti.com/en/resources/science
Locating Your TI Product ID
...ct ID for Software To locate the product ID information for your TI software, you need the activitation card that comes in the CD box. The card is located on the left-hand side of the box and has serial and license numbers you will need during registration. ...https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/find-product-id
EULA for TI-Nspire™ CX II Connect v5.x Web Tool
...r’s access and use of the License Program. Definitions: Hardware Device Computer systems supported by TI. Go toMinimum System Requirements for TI Softwareand select Your country and Licensed Program. ...https://education.ti.com/en/product-resources/eula-nspireconnect
Purchase Order Guidelines
...chasing Directly Through Texas Instruments Educational Technology Department If the order total is less than $1,000 USD, you may use a credit card to complete the purchase by calling 1-800-TI-CARES (1-800-842-2737) M-Th 8:00am - 5:00pm or Fri 10:00am - 5:00pm Central Time. TI also accepts payment...https://education.ti.com/en/purchase/purchase-order-guidelines