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12 Days of Fun Holiday Math Activities
Posted 11/11/2024 by TI StaffExplore these 12 holiday-themed math activities for students that will fill the days before the holiday break with joy and learning.
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Simple and Easy Calculator Tips for Algebra 2 Concepts
Posted 10/02/2024 by James Allen (@mrallenmath)As students progress through their math courses, it’s important to upgrade their graphing calculator skills to match. These tips for the TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator will help students as they tackle new concepts in Algebra 2.
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The Calculated Collection: 7 Activities for Back to School
Posted 08/21/2024 by TI StaffDiscover a collection of low-prep, easy-start activities that will save you time and that students will enjoy. Created by seven educators currently teaching in today’s math classrooms, these activities are designed to support every student’s success.
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7 Important Calculator Functions Algebra 1 Students Need
Posted 08/08/2024 by James Allen (@mrallenmath)A new graphing calculator is exciting and a new tool to learn. So, what are the top 7 calculator functions Algebra 1 students should know? Let’s go over the most important, basic calculator functions to teach your students throughout the school year.
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6 Great Tips for Navigating the First Week of School
Posted 07/12/2024 by by Jessica Kohout @MrsKohoutA good first week can make a huge difference in a classroom environment for the whole year. Here are six ways to help ensure that this school year starts off on the right foot.
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A Prime Summer Reading List Math Teachers Will Absolutely Love
Posted 06/05/2024 by TI Staff and TI Teacher CommunityKeep summer brain rot at bay with this sizzling summer reading list for teachers! Dive into engaging teaching practices, captivating histories and intriguing mysteries for both math and science enthusiasts. Check out our newest additions to the list: fun math reads for students!
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Top 6 TI-84 Family Calculator Functions You Need To Know for AP® Statistics
Posted 04/08/2024 by Curtis Brown (@cbmathguy)Grab your TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator and keep it handy as we walk you through the most important functions students should know how to use for the AP® Statistics exam.
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Math in Motion — 5 Educators Using Robotics To Teach Math
Posted 04/02/2024 by Harshal S. Chhaya (@hschhaya)The mission of National Robotics Week is simple: to inspire students in robotics and STEM-related fields and to share the excitement of robotics with audiences of all ages. Learn how five educators are using the TI-Innovator™ Rover to teach math.
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Bloom With These 5 Springtime Math Resources
Posted 03/18/2024 by TI StaffSunshine, flowers, bugs and showers — spring is here! With all the fun going on outside, here are some helpful, spring-themed teacher resources to keep math students focused on what's going on inside the classroom.
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Celebrate Pi Day With Activities For Unlimited Fun
Posted 02/28/2024 by TI StaffAny day is a better day with a little π (pi). Let’s celebrate Pi Day with some fun and meaningful activities that show students how the mathematical constant shows up in real life.
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A Math Teacher's Guide to Valentine's Day Fun
Posted 02/06/2024 by TI StaffAre you looking for Valentine’s Day math activities and fun ideas to decorate your classroom? Explore free and easy ways to show off your love of math while getting your students excited to learn.
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Science Activities for Heart Health Month
Posted 02/02/2024 by Erica Schiller, @ericaschillerWith American Heart Month and Valentine’s Day just around the corner, what better time to explore cardiovascular health with your students? Here are several science lessons that will get your heart pumping!
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The Heartbeat of STEM
Posted 01/30/2024 by Jessica Kohout, @MrsKohoutIt’s the stimulating, heart-pounding STEM project that will get your students excited about Python programming. Check out this free activity that helps them learn the basics of coding while exploring the function and structure of the human heart.
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TI Codes Contest: Winning Tips for First-Timers
Posted 01/24/2024 by Erick Archer, TI Science SpecialistAre you or your students interested in entering the TI Codes Contest for the first time? Get beginner tips and advice for help getting started.
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Helpful AP® Precalculus resources teachers will love
Posted 01/03/2024 by Vicki Carter, T³™ National Instructor (@vickimcarter)This 2023–2024 school year, the AP® Precalculus course became a reality for both teachers and students. Let’s look at some resources and technology tips to help students — and teachers — find success.
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What’s the Difference Between a 3% Fee and a 1% Fee? Over a Million Dollars!
Posted 11/10/2023 by Erick Archer, Market Strategy Manager at Texas Instruments“My main purpose of making this offer is to get this knowledge taught in high schools. They need this!” TI is helping to address retired Air Force Major Harold Peter’s desire to help students understand saving for retirement.
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TI Graphing Calculators + Vernier Go Direct® Sensors = A Match Made in STEM!
Posted 10/27/2023 by Erick Archer, Market Strategy Manager, Texas InstrumentsWhat do science students get when teachers connect Vernier Go Direct® sensors with TI’s Python-capable graphing calculators? An easy-to-use, portable and wireless data collection system that gets them more engaged in their learning!
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3 Creepy and Cool Science Activities for Halloween
Posted 10/13/2023 by TI StaffHalloween is creeping closer! Now is the best time to try out these spooky fun Halloween science activities to get your students engaged in their learning and thinking like scientists.
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Fall-Tastic Ideas To Enrich Your Classroom This Season
Posted 10/04/2023 by TI StaffWith the changing of the seasons, it’s that time of the year for harvest-themed decor, engaging student activities and delightful DIY ideas that infuse your classroom with touches of autumn.
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Aha! Activity: Get Students Excited About Linear Equations
Posted 09/19/2023 by Brad Posnanski, @POSitive_MATHFind out how a high school math teacher tried a new “musical” approach to teaching linear functions that his students love. Brad Posnanski walks us through a hands-on lesson for algebra students: making a digital slide whistle. His story kicks off a new blog series where educators share their favorite “Aha! activities” to try in your own classroom.
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Make Plans To Attend a Great 2023 Virtual T³IC
Posted 09/15/2023 by TI StaffJoin us Sept. 30, 2023, at 9 a.m. Central for a free virtual teacher conference. The sessions will help enhance your teaching and show you new ways to use TI technology to engage students.
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5 Ways to Spruce Up Your Classroom for Back to School
Posted 08/25/2023 by TI StaffWelcome students back to school with free classroom decorations you and your students will love. We’ve rounded up the top five favorites that are sure to be a hit.
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Day of the Dog: Which Dog Is Roundest?
Posted 08/18/2023 by Corey Boby and Tracy Watson, T³™ National InstructorsWho doesn’t love dogs? In fact, did you know there is a day devoted to celebrating “man’s best friend” — International Dog Day? Check out this activity to use in your classroom with students to bring a little doggie fun to math class.
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Women Who Code: A TI Intern’s Fascinating STEM Journey
Posted 08/16/2023 by TI StaffDiscover how a TI intern’s STEM journey has taken her from not being exposed to coding at all in high school to now majoring in computer engineering. Learn about the barriers she’s had to overcome as well as the benefits she’s learned about using a calculator to code.
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6 Sensational TI Resources to Jump-Start Your School Year
Posted 08/11/2023 by Cara Kugler, Instructional Content Manager, TISummer may be coming to a close, but TI can help ease the back-to-school season with many resources to get you and your students up to speed, no matter what calculator they are using. Let’s take a look at six favorite TI resources to get your year started off right.
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3 Back-to-School Math Activities to Reenergize Your Students
Posted 08/11/2023 by TI StaffMake planning for back to school easier with these three math activities created to get students back in the spirit of learning after the long summer break.
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A New School Year — A New You(Tube)!
Posted 08/04/2023 by TI StaffJust in time for the new school year, the TI YouTube channel is taking on a new look with great new content for teachers and students.
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Calculators, Chaos and the Sheriff of Order: A Wild West Math Tale
Posted 07/28/2023 by John LaMaster (@JohnLaMaster)Every Western movie has a customary saloon scene where a bar fight breaks out, typically over something inconsequential. But just imagine if someone had 6/2(2+1)=1 written on a bar napkin. Now as they say in the movies, “them’s fightin’ words!”
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Fans Love These 5 Features of the TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator
Posted 07/18/2023 by TI StaffThe popular TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator has tons of features teachers love to use. Check out these five features fans love and how to use them.
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Stars, Stripes and Sparkles! Try These 3 Coding Activities for July Fourth Fun
Posted 06/26/2023 by TI StaffCelebrate the fun and freedom of coding with these three patriotic-themed coding activities and challenges! Discover the ease of Python coding with our TI Codes modules and fun of experimental coding.
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