How Else Can We Show This?
...ing the Tables When studying quadratic and polynomial functions, I begin by having students tell me everything they see on a graph. They mention things like y-intercepts, x-intercepts, high points and low points. We use TRACE and the commands in the CALC menu to find these points if they aren’t ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/how-else-can-we-show-this
What to Do Instead of a Traditional Final Exam
...a few of the groups: Group 1, Group 2 and Group 3. I think each group had a slide on what went wrong. What a great thing to talk about. Building things while solving math problems can get messy. It’s great to see their perseverance. What Do You Think? Would you consider giving a group projec...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/instead-of-a-traditional-final-exam
The Best Equilibrium Simulation Ever
...re are many interesting variations. Here’s what students see when the results are graphed for the experiment I just described. There are a few things that are great about this model: 1) It always gives good results; 2) The reactant and product amounts are not equal to each other, yet their num...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/the-best-equilibrium-simulation-ever
12 Days of Holiday Math Challenges
... the code to add a little Hanukkah cheer to class, or let them listen to the version we’ve already written. 9) Fa-la-la-la-la Fun How many golden rings did the betrothed receive in the “12 Days of Christmas?” Here’s a hint: “Five” is not the correct answer. 10) Pumpkin Pi What is the circumfer...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/december/12-days-of-holiday-math-challenges
BestofChemistry
...nfigurations activity. 5. Chemical Bonding: Intermolecular Forces So much of chemistry is invisible to students. We can sense the beginnings and results of chemical reactions, but we can’t see what happens at the atomic level. This activity attempts to help students understand intermo...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/bestofchemistry
Let TI Help You With the New Science Olympiad Detector Building Event
...GINEERING aspect is the requirement to build the sensor using the aforementioned parts and pieces. In addition, they have to test their sensor, fix bugs, adjust design and test again … and again … and again until they get it working properly. They also must find a way to waterproof their sensor u...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/detectorbuilding
Nothing Says “I Love You” Like an Absolute Value Graph ❤ by @TICalculators
... teachers, Rory Yakubov, in action as she creates her math valentine. Make Your Love GPO (Graph Paper Official) It’s time to get serious and take things to the next level. Now that you’ve revealed your heart on your graphing calculator, make it official by graphing it on paper to share with that ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/create-math-valentines
In Honor of National Chemistry Week, 5 “Organic” Ways to Incorporate TI Technology Into Chemistry Class
... right into the calculator’s home screen. Students can collect real-world data, analyze that data and apply mathematical models to fit the data. The NGSS Science and Engineering Practices are addressed and so are the NCTM Mathematics Teaching Practices. It’s a win-win! A great activity to get ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/chemistryweek
Fall in Love with Polar Graphs: Top 4 Ways to Turn Heads with the TI-84 Plus
We get this question a lot from students and teachers: How do you draw things like hearts and flowers on your TI graphing calculator? In honor of Valentine’s Day, we are here to share the love and teach you how to turn your TI calculator into a love note. You’ll have your classmates swooning wit...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/february/polargraphlove
Field Goal vs. Ice Cream: The Ultimate Game Day Matchup
...bottom line (or final score, in this case) … When the final whistle is blown, we all hope our team is the big winner. And just like when the bell rings at the end of class, we hope we have engaged and motivated our students, connected their learning to their interests, hope it sticks, and may ev...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/thebiggame
Oklahoma Students Make Their Mark Learning to Program with Rover
...towards technology,” said Honeycutt. “This handheld – the size of it, the shape of it, the way that it works – it looks and feels very similar to things that my students are comfortable with anyway.” A Keota elementary school 3rd grader shares his robot drawing with his classmates. Honeycutt h...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/february/seeroverdraw
Robotics for the 21st Century | Texas Instruments
...ugh a habitat. (Image courtesy of David Willis, Lufkin ISD.) Students using a robot in a history class. (Image courtesy of Lorelei Cummings, Lufkin ISD.) 4. Add physical movement to the class. Studies have shown that adding physical movement to a class increases engagement and ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/roboticsweek2022
TI’s Path to STEM Projects Are Now Available in Python
...uctional product dealers page. You will need the TI-Innovator™ Breadboard Pack which has nearly everything you’ll need to do these projects (some things like cups, magnets, magnet wire, nails, etc., must be purchased or provided separately). If you want more information about the TI Path to S...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/pathtostem
Adding “Class” to Your Python Code | Texas Instruments
...ion) of an object. An object has attributes (variables) and methods (functions) that determine its properties and behaviors. In one of my previous blogs on creating your own promposal, I included two demo projects that use classes to define balloons and buttons in the two separate sample programs...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2022/python-coding-classes
Which TI Calculator for the SAT® and Why?
...izes which calculators are allowed on the different standardized tests. Need a new graphing calculator? Find where to buy here. Related blogs Top Tips for Tackling the SAT® With the TI-84 Plus CE Exam resources from TI Which TI Calculator for the ACT® and Why? Top 10 Features of T...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/which-ti-calc-sat
Virtual-Ice-Breakers
...rent descriptions. You can access a Google Doc™ here with some ideas to get started. Simply make a copy of the document and customize it based on things you think would be fun for your class. To play, simply call out something on your list, such as an item in their home that is in the shape of ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/virtual-ice-breakers
A first-of-its-kind STEM strategy charts path to help educators
...ents the most effective learning experiences, while staying true to their individual subjects and standards. "The current educational landscape brings great opportunities and great challenges which require thoughtful leadership and planning." Peter McLaren, Executive Director of Next Gen Educat...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/a-first-of-its-kind-stem-strategy-charts-path-to-help-educators
Leveraging CAS To Explore & Teach Mathematics, Part 2
...he square root of a negative number. On a CAS calculator, you can evaluate square roots of negative numbers if you change the “Real or Complex” settings to “Rectangular.” Once this has been completed, calculate √(-1). On the next couple of lines, have students calculate √12 and √(-12). ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/leveragecas_pt2
Meet TI Teacher of the Month: Jessica Kohout
...hing? I love interacting with the kids, and seeing how my passion can translate into their passion, by giving them a chance to explore and figure things out for themselves. When you get to see those “Aha!” moments come to life for your students, it makes it all worthwhile. What TI technology do ...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/october/teacher-of-the-month
Enter for a Chance to Win a TI-84 Plus CE
... you need sine and cosine to get tan? 😉 What are you waiting for…jump right in and win! Dive in and Win! This summer, make a splash with all things math! Dive in for a chance to win a free TI-84 Plus CE and/or a limited-edition, custom calculator pool float. We’re giving away prizes every we...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/july/contest
Get Out and #SpreadMathLove
... the math you notice in nature, or grab a selfie with your TI math buddy trackable, then share on your public Twitter or Instagram account with the tags #SpreadMathLove and #TICacheContest for a chance to win some awesome math love swag, including a TI graphing calculator.* For teachers, geoca...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/geocaching
Three Pawsitively Fun TI-Nspire Math Activities
We love our dogs! In fact, they motivated us to write a math few activities where dogs are the stars. Math doesn't have to be 'ruff' 😉. These engaging canine 'nspired lessons can be used in middle grades and Algebra 1. 1. Introduction to Rates In this TI-Nspire CX activity from the Building C...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/dog_blog
You only get one “first day of school” – use it wisely
...cause 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’s a child...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/firstday
Tips for Surviving the First Week Back at School
...in the Classroom Can Lead to Lower Grades, Rutgers Study Finds. They can get their cell phones out, and check their Instagram feed, after the bell rings. My advice, practice these routines early and often. #4. Share Your Values Take the time to allow students to learn what you value as a teacher....https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/first_week_tips
Survey Says: Kids Like Math!
...like math, nearly twice as many than those that said they don’t like it. Think about that for a moment. Nearly half of all kids have positive feelings about math! That’s an encouraging statistic and one we as educators, parents and a society should embrace. Still, we need to temper this wonderf...https://education.ti.com/en/bulletinboard/2018/august/studentsurvey