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
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
... CX II and TI-Nspire CX II CAS give students more opportunities to visualize important, abstract concepts, not just in math class, but in science and computer programming courses. "Students and teachers asked us to make their graphing calculator more responsive as they are using it increasingly...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/nspire
You only get one “first day of school” – use it wisely
...belong because he has trouble drawing a rhombus and doing long division. He really wants to give up. His new teacher, Mrs. Hewitt, and his classmates come alongside and encourage him. They believe in him. He learns that with practice, he can do it! Of course, everything works out in the end – it’...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/firstday
Survey Says: Kids Like Math!
...ool Careers,” a series of calculator activities that show kids how they will have to use math in any career, even ones they would least expect, from commercial airline pilot to fashion designer. I’ve witnessed the power of these efforts first hand. When a child can finally relate to a concept th...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/studentsurvey
#NCTMregionals Seattle 2018 Recap
...dered 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 and complete a challenge. Best part: no coding experience needed! Technology: TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator; TI-Innovator™ Rover Link to presentati...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/nctm-seattle
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
How a TI Calculator and a Few Special Teachers Added up to an Engineering Career at TI
...t was seeing how many answers I could get right in a row. I could have never imagined that today I would actually work as a software engineer for the company that created that very toy! Despite an early beginning using arithmetic for entertainment, I don’t remember ever thinking that “when I g...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/eweek2021
Top 10 T³™ Webinars From 2021
... and available on demand. Watch recordings on your schedule and at your own pace. After finishing a webinar, don’t forget to print a certificate of completion. This may be accepted at your school or district for continuing education credit. Introducing the TI-84 Plus CE Python Graphing Ca...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2021webinars
ICYMI: Top 10 Webinars of 2019
...ctices that support the implementation of high-quality tasks using TI technology. After finishing a webinar, don’t forget to print a certificate of completion. This may be accepted at your school or district for continuing education credit. If you enjoyed these on-demand webinars, you should a...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019webinars
Engineers who code
...tor and why they would encourage today’s students to learn how to code. Pedro Contreras Jr. Evan Shultz Kimberly Gonzales Mike Prigden Yamil Rivera Alex Gronbach Nathan Schemm Read how some TI Engineers found their love for coding with the help of TI tech...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/april/engineers-who-code
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Tim Collier
...ary in order to help them understand. I believe that through the process of explaining their current understanding of the problem, they gain a better insight into how to actually complete it. To sum it up, I try to routinely practice one key component with my students: patience. We’re celebratin...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/february/teacherofthemonth
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Stacy Thibodeaux
...stry TEACHES WHERE: Southside High School in Youngsville, Louisiana TEACHING FOR HOW LONG: 18 years Stacy in her own words: Why did you become a teacher? In college, I was a pre-med major who wanted to be a doctor. My anatomy and physiology teacher suggested that I help tutor and even...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/april/teacherofthemonth
Building a Band With Famous Mathematicians
...intertwined — chords in all keys are numbered in a standard pattern, for instance — Sword went deeper into the topic by introducing an imaginary band comprised of historical mathematicians. Envision the Euclidean Fibonacci Pythagorean Sword-Play Band (or EFPSPB for short) … Pythagorean ratios not...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/june/music-in-math
Investigating the Derivatives of Some Common Functions
...ion with a formula that can be used and applied. In this activity, you will investigate the derivatives of some common functions by approximating the instantaneous rate of change (using the symmetric difference quotient) at many inputs. You will also use the table and graphing capabilities of you...https://education.ti.com/en/ib/activities/analysis-approaches/nspire-investigating-derivatives-common-functions
Madness in March Underscores the “M” in STEM
...re are some facts around the opportunity to grow STEM talent. 1. Demand is high: STEM occupations are projected to grow by 9% from 2015 to 2024, compared to 6% growth for non-STEM occupations (“STEM Jobs: 2017 Update,” U.S. Department of Commerce) STEM workers command higher wages, earni...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/mathmadness
Global Trademarks
... Tfas™ Voyage™ 200 The following is a list of companies that have trademarks and the acknowledgement that accompanies the trademark: Trademark Citation ...https://education.ti.com/en/legal/global_trademarks
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Lisa Goddard
...y and STEM TEACHES WHERE: Wilburton High School, southeastern Oklahoma TEACHING FOR HOW LONG: 10 years Lisa in her own words: Why did you become a teacher? Growing up, I always wanted to help teach others. Whether this was through tutoring or coaching swim lessons, it has always felt na...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/march/teacherofthemonth
Top Ten Parent Questions | Texas Instruments
...nts that is durable enough to last all the way through undergraduate and graduate school. 2. Why do teachers use graphing calculators in class and recommend them for home use? Independent studies have reinforced what teachers know from experience: Using graphing calculators helps improve student...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/top-ten-parent-questions
Solution 10572: Texas Instruments Resources for Test Preparation.
...lators are a vital tool for high school mathematics and science. A student with his or her own graphing calculator for use at home or at school may become more proficient with the technology and enjoy the benefits it can provide throughout high school. Many high-stakes exams require or recommend...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/10572
Solution 10619: Difficulties Running Third-Party Developed Programs on Texas Instruments Graphing Calculators.
...sing parenthesis [)] followed by [ENTER] Please Note: If the program does not run, make sure that the operating system version on your calculator is compatible with the program. Some assembly language programs require specific versions of the calculator operating system. Please consult the progr...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/troubleshooting-messages-unexpected-results/10619
Solution 27430: Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues Between TI Graphing Calculators and Computers.
...oubleshoot connectivity issues between my TI graphing calculator and my computer? If a graphing calculator fails to connect to a computer, follow the instructions below to troubleshoot the connection problem: Please Note: Before troubleshooting please refer to the chart below to determine if you...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/troubleshooting-messages-unexpected-results/27430
Solution 12725: Warranty Information on Texas Instruments Products Purchased in the United States.
... unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, or other causes not arising from defects in material or workmanship. The warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the new product. For further information on warranty and service, or if a product is not functioning properly, please contact T...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/warranty-replacement-options/12725
Solution 30211: Computing Net Present Value (NPV), Modified Internal rate (MIRR), and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) Using a TI-Nspire™ Family Products.
...rrow] [,] [7] [,] [-] [1] [0] [0] [,] [k] [,] [l] [Enter] Please Note: You can alternatively copy the IRR result by pressing [Up Arrow] then [Enter] instead of computing the value within MIRR if you computed IRR before MIRR as listed in the image below. Please see the TI-Nspire CX, TI-Nspire...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-nspire-family/product-usage/30211
Solution 12185: Algorithm Used by TI Graphing Calculators for Computing Quartiles.
..., 74, 83, 86, 87}. TI calculators use the formula .25(n+1) to calculate the position of the lower quartile. In this case, it is at the position 3.25. Instead of returning an "exact" position, ((38-32)*.25) + 32 = 33.5, TI calculators return the "average" position between the 3rd and 4th ordered m...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/12185