Summer of STEM: Egg in a Bottle
...e to the egg blocking the opening), and the fire went out since there was no more oxygen to burn inside the bottle. To remove the egg without destroying it or the bottle, invert the bottle so you can get the remaining paper out. Then, invert it fully so the egg is in the opening. Put your mo...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/june/egginabottle
AP® Statistics: 6 Math Functions You Must Know for the TI-84 Plus
...elow for steps for doing this on your calculator. 2: Normal Probabilities The computation of probabilities for random variables that are normally distributed is a core concept in the course. You can expect a question involving a normal probability computation on the AP Statistics exam. The norma...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/apstats
Which TI Calculator for the SAT® and Why?
...mera or any other smartphone-type feature Models that have a typewriter-like keyboard, pen input or stylus (more on this below) Models that use electrical outlets, make noise or have a paper tape Calculator function on a mobile phone The TI-92 graphing calculator is the only TI model I’ve e...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/which-ti-calc-sat
Insider Tips for Winning the TI Codes Contest
... on to next round, your team will receive a calculator (either TI-84 Plus or TI-Nspire CX) and a TI-Innovator Hub. The TI-Innovator Hub is a microcontroller that is programmed by the calculator. It has a built-in brightness sensor, RGB LED, red LED and speaker. With just the TI-Innovator Hub, y...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/ticodescontest
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Daniel Wilkie
...the basics with 10 Minutes of Code and then over time started incorporating coding with the TI-Innovator Hub. In the fourth quarter, I’m excited to introduce my students to the TI-Innovator Rover so they can learn how to code with Rovers. I think coding is a skill that students are not going to l...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/april/teacherofthemonth
Art in Chemistry
...level and how that affects what we see on the macroscopic level (the real world). Students then participate in a silent gallery walk offering written commentary on each other’s art. This is a common example of modeling in chemistry nowadays (using particulate models) with a twist. The cartoon ele...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/art-in-chemistry
A Teacher’s 5 Words That Changed My Life
...e the freedom to make choices. It sank my spirit because the challenge exists: 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....https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/intlwomensday
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Jessica Kohout
...r? 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 Aquarium in Baltimore’s outreach program. My first job was in Informal Education at the Maryland Zoo’s education department. It was there that I discovered my favorite part ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/teacher-of-the-month
Summer of STEM: Disappearing Cups
...polystyrene is added to acetone (an organic solvent), the chains between styrene molecules are broken – dissolving them and releasing the air that is trapped inside. You may notice that the polystyrene actually forms a solid structure in the acetone since the air has been released; the styren...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/july/disappearing_cups
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
... process. This is the time to observe how the students interact with one another. Make lots of notes on which students are taking the lead, easily distracted, need a little help, and other behaviors that might help in developing groups throughout the year. There is no need to start with rules and...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/first_week_tips
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
Going Back to School With Stations
At the middle school and secondary levels, the first day of school typically consists of teachers introducing themselves, going over the syllabus and students completing get-to-know-you activities or ice breakers. I’ll admit, I have also used a similar format until I realized that this doesn’t sh...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/backtoschool_stations
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
...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
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
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
...edule 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 Calculator Presented by Becky Byer and John Hanna Spe...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2021webinars
ICYMI: Top 10 Webinars of 2019
...s Readers discuss domain and range of functions in this second session of our “Algebra Through Calculus” series. Algebra Through Calculus: Seeing Structure in Expressions and Equations Hosted by Janice Mitchener and Dennis Wilson In this webinar, AP® Calculus Readers discuss seeing structure...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2019webinars
A case for handheld graphing calculators
...s “Googling” for the correct answer, it’s also about them taking pictures of test questions or sharing answers via text. Studies show teachers aren’t comfortable letting students use their mobile devices on an exam, citing test security as their number one concern. Internet access on personal dev...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/may/why-graphing-calculators-add-up
Engineers who code
...t to know a few TI engineers who learned to code on their calculator 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 ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2017/april/engineers-who-code
Bounded Areas | TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family | Calculus
...nding the area bounded by a curve and the x-axis. Students will apply this information to finding the area bounded by two curves. Students will try to make a connection with how to understand these topics in both IB Mathematics and AP Calculus and on their final assessments. Bounded Area...https://education.ti.com/en/ib/activities/applications-interpretation/84-bounded-areas
Voronoi Diagrams | TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family | Geometry and Trigonometry
...led at using Cabri Jr. you can also share with the students how to create a Voronoi Diagram in the handheld. Students will need a ruler and pencil to complete the activity. Also, having colored pencils when the Voronoi Diagram is created will help distinguish the cells that are created. ...https://education.ti.com/en/ib/activities/applications-interpretation/84-voronoi-diagrams