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
Tips for Surviving the First Week Back at School
...d make any adjustments as necessary. #5. Find Time for Yourself The first week can be very draining, so make sure you take time to do something you love. Get moving, read a good book, or spend time with family or friends. Make sure you take care of yourself so you can tackle the rest of the year...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/first_week_tips
Going Back to School With Stations
.... She is passionate about using a math workshop model to individualize instruction and reach all learners, and she promotes a positive learning environment while encouraging students to actively engage in their learning. Miller is the creator of Jamie Miller Math, which provides teachers with fu...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/backtoschool_stations
The Long Road to My STEM Career
...earning activity was the opposite of fun; it wasn’t accessible, and it penalized risk-taking. I still remember how helpless I felt because I couldn’t commit that little table to memory. I didn’t do well in that class. I failed miserably with a low F! Eventually, I recovered, and in high school I ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/adawoo
7 Reasons Why Python on the TI-Nspire™ CX II Graphing Calculator Is a Must-Have for Your Classroom
...e use of TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculators and software in math classes. Educators can now connect coding in Python to math, science, physical computing and robotics on a single platform. This update introduces students to one of the most popular and powerful programming languages on a fam...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
Prime Summer Reading for Math Teachers | Texas Instruments
... two books to your list of summer reads for teachers. Another powerful reading combo, “Routines for Reasoning” and “Teaching for Thinking” provide expert guidance on how to use routines as tools to build student reasoning and mathematical thinking skills. These books offer meaningful sup...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/summer-reading-for-math-teachers
Best of Biology
... the implementation of TI technology. He is also a former high school science teacher, father of two sons, married to his high school sweetheart and LOVES baseball. These are some of the best biology activities from TI’s ScienceNspired.com website. Best of Biology Activities for the Fall Semes...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/bestofbiology
Graphing Calculators Are Now Approved for the AP® Biology Exam, but What Else Can I Do With Them?
..., or determine allele frequencies using the Hardy–Weinberg Equilibrium. If your students are exploring predator-prey relationships, they can plot and overlay multiple graphs for an easier visual of that dynamic relationship. Science Practice: The student can plan and implement data-collection str...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019/april/graphingcalculatorsapproved
Solution 35935: Computing the Average Rate of Change of an expression on the TI-Nspire™ CAS Family Products.
... function. 1) Press [catalog] and scroll down to avgRC( and key in the following: AvgRC(F(X),X,H) and press [enter]. When value is specified, it overrides any prior variable assignment or any current “I” substitution for the variable. 2) Press [catalog] and scroll down to avgRC( and key in ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-nspire-family/product-usage/35935
Reaction Rates
Student will see how the decomposition of nitrogen dioxide creates nitric oxide and oxygen. Students and/or teacher will use this to demonstrate how you would find the reaction rates using the numbers that are given in the problem, and then maybe using numbers that they obtain on their own with ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/reaction-rates
Science TODAY™ - Corn Crop is a Bin-Buster
Using the USA TODAY Snapshot® " data from the USDA Statistics Service website, and information from a USA TODAY article, students will be asked to calculate percent change, do summations of data, observe trends, and offer explanations as to the reasons for those trends in agricultural p...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/science-today--corn-crop-is-a-binbuster
Vernier - Which Hot Dog Cools Faster?
Different types of hot dogs will cool at different rates after they have been cooked. This activity takes the first steps in investigating this phenomenon by measuring the rate that a warmed hot dog cools. Students can compare the ingredients of various types of hot dogs (all-beef, veggie, turkey...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/vernier--which-hot-dog-cools-faster
The Mysterious Constant
Students investigate a pattern using the constant function on the calculator, record the ordered pairs in a table, describe the pattern, and predict what will come next.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/the-mysterious-constant
Amazing Appetites
Students learn to count and solve original word problems. They learn to add by combining sets and subtract when removing the set. They use manipulatives to reflect the reasoning used in problem solving.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/amazing-appetites
Fractions and Skittles
Students will predict how many of each color will be in one pack of skittles before they open the package. Once they open the package, they will determine how close their predictioins are to the actual amount. Students then will come up with ratios and averages.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/fractions-and-skittles
6 Tips for Navigating the First Week | Texas Instruments
...classroom environment for the whole year. Here are six ways to make sure that this school year starts off on the right foot. Develop a Classroom Community Jump Right In Establish Routines and Expectations Share Your Values Explore Free Resources Find Time for Yourself D...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2024/6-great-tips-first-week-of-school
Exploring Common Core Topics in Statistics with TI-Nspire™ Technology
... A virtual workshop is also available in multiple two- or three-hour sessions. Coverage of key CCSS domains in statistics, including interpreting categorical and quantitative data. Exploration of dynamic, intera...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-statistics-ti-nspire-technology
Exploring Common Core Topics in Middle Grades Mathematics with TI-Nspire™ Technology
... Grades Mathematics with TI-Nspire™ Technology Designed for educators who are just beginning to use TI-Nspire™ technology, this workshop covers the basics of the TI-Nspire™ handheld in the context of a middle grades mathematics curriculum, with a special emphasis on domains and cluste...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-mgm-ti-nspire-technology
Exploring Common Core Topics in Middle Grades Algebra with TI-Nspire™ Apps for iPad®
...igned for educators who need support transitioning to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematics in middle grades mathematics, this workshop covers the basic features of TI-Nspire™ Apps for iPad® and TI-Nspire™ Teacher Software, with an emphasis on new Common Core algebra standards across...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-mg-algebra-ti-nspire-apps-for-ipad
Exploring Common Core Topics in High School Mathematics with TI-Nspire™ Technology
... A virtual workshop is also available in multiple two- or three-hour sessions. Coverage of key CCSS domains in algebra, geometry and statistics. Introduction to CCSS for Mathematical Practice. Ov...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-hsm-ti-nspire-technology
Exploring Common Core Topics in Geometry with TI-Nspire™ Technology
... A virtual workshop is also available in multiple two- or three-hour sessions. Coverage of key CCSS domains in geometry, including congruence, similarity and right triangles. Exploration of dynamic, interactive ...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-geometry-ti-nspire-technology
Implementing Common Core State Standards for Mathematical Practice with TI-Nspire™ Technology
...tion through task analysis. Brief discussions of classroom applications and how technology can support the practices. Overview of essential TI-Nspire™ technology skills. ...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/instructional-practice/ccss-math-mp-ti-nspire-technology
Implementing Common Core State Standards for Mathematical Practice with TI-Nspire Technology
...e-, two- and three-day options to accommodate educator-specific needs. The two- and three-day workshops offer a more extensive exploration of topics. Overview This workshop models rich tasks using in-depth discussions and CCSS Math Practices, with an emphasis on task analysis, question...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/sampleworkshop
Exploring Common Core Topics in Algebra with TI-Nspire™ Technology
...ho need support transitioning to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematics as they apply to a high school algebra curriculum, this workshop covers the basic features of the TI-Nspire™ CX handheld and TI-Nspire™ Teacher Software, with special emphasis on tough-to-teach algebraic concepts ...https://education.ti.com/en/t3-professional-development/workshops/content-knowledge/ccss-math-algebra-ti-nspire-technology