Provide students with graphing tools that drive achievement in the classroom, on the STAAR® math assessment and beyond.
On digital STAAR® exams, students may choose the embedded TI-84 Plus CE or a TI handheld graphing calculator.
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Enhance teachers’ confidence through professional development that focuses on TEKS math processes, content knowledge and technology integration.
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Discover resources to help prepare for the new STAAR® assessment guidelines.
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Tools for exploration and problem-solving
Tools for exploration and problem-solving TI graphing calculators give students the tools that allow them to build their understanding of algebra concepts in the TEKS — like proportionality, expressions, equations, relationships, and functions — so that they can be prepared for success on the STAAR® math assessments.
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Decide which graphing calculator is best for your school
TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator
The TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculator’s innovative capabilities support teaching strategies that research has found accelerate understanding of complex mathematic and scientific concepts.
- Approved for use on SAT®, ACT®, AP®, IB® and STAAR® assessments for: Grade 8 Math, Algebra I EOC and Algebra II EOC exams
- Multiple Representations of expressions in problems are presented simultaneously, enabling students to visualize how algebraic, graphical, geometric, numeric and written forms of those expressions relate to one another
- Dynamic Linking across documents and multiple representations allows students to interact directly with the math by seeing how manipulating one form simultaneously changes all the others
TI-84 Plus CE graphing calculator
The TI-84 Plus CE allows students to visualize concepts clearly and make faster, stronger connections between equations, data and graphs in full color.
- Approved for use on SAT®, ACT®, AP®, IB® and STAAR® assessments for: Grade 8 Math, Algebra I EOC and Algebra II EOC exams
- Represent numbers and expressions, including conversion between standard decimal notation and scientific notation
- Apply geometry and measurement concepts, including applications of transformational geometry concepts
- Analyze data, and describe and apply it to real-world concepts
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TI-Nspire™ App for iPad®
Built from the platform that powers the innovative TI-Nspire™ technology, the TI-Nspire™ App for iPad® delivers all-in-one functionality that provides reliable, comprehensive computational and analytic tools and capabilities, plus:
- Create, Share, and Save your work between TI-Nspire™ graphing calculator, software and iPad® app
- Supports a hands-on, visual approach to learning
TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ System
The TI-Nspire™ CX Navigator™ System closes the learning gap by connecting teacher and student devices through a wireless classroom network. The system provides real-time visibility into student understanding, enabling teachers to keep students engaged and focused.
The system’s unique capabilities support formative assessment far beyond multiple-choice and presents opportunities to adjust instruction instantly.
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STAAR is a registered trademark of the Texas Education Agency.
Align classroom skills with TEKS requirements
T³™, Teachers Teaching with Technology™ professional development from Texas Instruments, is an approved provider of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) in Texas.
Free T³™ Webinars
Prepare students for success on the STAAR® assessment by learning how to effectively use TI technology and activities to target learning for TEKS. Sign up to participate in live interactive sessions or view on-demand T³™ Webinars online anytime.
On-site workshops
On-site workshops focus on effectively using TI technology to successfully implement the TEKS. Expert instructors provide participants with hands-on training with TI technology, while focusing on the math content and instructional practices that lead to success in the classroom.
On-site workshops, which provide professional development for the entire department, can be scheduled during the school year or in summer.
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T³™ International Conference
Learn how TI can support your TEKS instruction and enhance student success on STAAR®, AP®, ACT®, IB® and SAT® exams when you reserve your place at the upcoming Teachers Teaching with Technology (T³™) International Conference.
Created and presented by teachers for teachers, the conference provides a unique opportunity to learn, share and investigate strategies to engage students in math, science and STEM using TI technology and resources.
Systemic in-school programs
Build teachers’ confidence and expertise through a combination of on-site workshops, coaching and online learning designed to meet their specific needs for mastering instructional practices and content knowledge and integrating TI technology to facilitate standards implementation.
Virtual Texas EOC test prep
Prepare students for Texas EOC exams with virtual camps designed to deepen their understanding of key concepts in eighth grade math and algebra I. Students will explore ways to leverage TI graphing calculators and further develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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STAAR is a registered trademark of the Texas Education Agency.
Enhance your math curriculum with activities built for the TEKS classroom.
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Prepare students for STAAR® success
Explore teacher resources designed to boost exam readiness with the help of TI graphing calculators.
STAAR® practice videos
Watch this video series that reviews digital exam questions and how to solve them using the TI-84 Series and TI-Nspire™ Series of graphing calculators.
STAAR® preparation guides for TI graphing calculators
TI-Nspire™ Series
Enable Press-to-Test Mode:
Download the guides for step-by-step instructions on disabling access to existing programs, apps, files, and specific functionalities not permitted for STAAR® tests.
TI-84 Series
Enable Press-to-Test Mode
and Clear Memory:
Download the guides for steps on clearing apps and how to block access to existing programs, apps and other files as required for STAAR® tests.
TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator
Enable TestGuard™ App
and Clear Memory:
Download the guides for simple directions on clearing memory and how to enable the TestGuard™ App for use on STAAR® tests.
Quick tutorials
Learn more about TI graphing calculators with simple how-to videos and downloadable PDFs that cover the basic features and functionalities every student should know for STAAR® success.
Professional learning
Explore in-person and virtual events that strengthen instructional practices and technology skills.
Test prep camp
Bring a student camp to your school that focuses on test prep strategies for Texas EOC math exams.
Student activities
Download various activities for middle school or high school math to add to your lesson plans.
Bonus STAAR® material for TI-Nspire™ CX II
graphing calculators
Request daily practice questions and reviews you can use to prepare your students for test day, available only for TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing calculators.
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Contact your local consultant in Texas
For one-on-one support with STAAR® resources, or questions about receiving additional bonus material, contact your local Educational Technology Consultant today.
Pareesa Schulte
pschulte@ti.com | 505.803.6963
Texas ESCs 4, 10–12, 15, 18, 19
Marco Gonzalez
mgonzalez1@ti.com | 956.459.3831
Texas ESC: 1–3, 5–9, 13, 14, 16, 17, 20
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