Virtual Workshop: Leveraging TI Technology for SAT^® Test Success

Workshop overview

This workshop is designed for mathematics educators who want to learn to leverage TI-84 Plus CE or TI-Nspire™ CX technology skills to drive student success on the SAT^® exam. Educators will cover the main topics of the SAT^® test, discuss strategies for helping students to better understand key content, and emphasize techniques for teaching with TI graphing technology.

By the end of the workshop, participants should feel comfortable with:

• Leveraging TI-84 Plus CE or TI-Nspire™ CX II technology in key categories such as algebra, problem-solving, data and statistics, and functions.
• Highlighting the key content areas for the test and adjusting mathematics instruction accordingly.
• Implementing test-preparation strategies in the mathematics classroom, and using premade activities that reinforce technology skills and deepen student understanding of key topics.

What to expect from your virtual workshop experience

• Twelve hours of hands-on, interactive professional learning held over four, three-hour online sessions.
• The benefit of time to reflect on what you have learned between sessions.
• Opportunities to try new strategies and come back with questions at the next session.
• Receive your TI graphing calculator and software at your summer residence.
• Get the training materials ahead of time.
• Receive a certificate of attendance that may be accepted as professional development credit from your school or district.