TI-Nspire CX CAS overview

This is a powerpoint introduction I have used to give fellow teachers an overview of the TI-Nspire. I have been using it in my mathematics (AP Calculus) and science (AP Physics) classroom since 2007. There is not a better piece of technology for math and science classes. I also enjoy using the TI-Nspire Navigator for classroom management and formative assessment, but that is for a different video.

[maxtreck]

You have no idea how much you helped me out

[chadkritzasteam]

I got this calculator yesterday for my Algebra class and I was overwhelmed with all the options (where to begin??) but your video helped me out with the basics. Just wanted to say thanks for that!

[Matheeha]

I just bought one for my SAT ...
I am really amazed to know that it can do pretty much "EVERYTHIN" N obviously waaay better than our normal calc !!!
Thank you for ur demonstration .. Was really helpful :-D

[AnarchologyORG]

covenantbird, thank you very much for doing this tutorial. All of the others I've seen have been stupid people unboxing with no explanation of the functions. This sold me on the calculator! Thanks again!

[Joaquin]

Great teaching manual for a fabulous calculator. Thanks

[BrooklynRose]

I just bought this for college, so excited

[covenantbird]

Absolutely. In fact, there are a goodly number of features that makes it a great tool for learning and exploring geometry.

[BobDaBee]

Even for a 12 Year old video it’s still very good and helpful, thank you

[covenantbird]

I would recommend the TI-Nspire CX CAS. It is permitted on the AB or BC exam and you will enjoy having it around for any future math class as well.

[covenantbird]

Most certainly. I have enjoyed using it AP Calculus for many years. There are a number of files on TI's website (and mine) for learning and doing calculus

[covenantbird]

1. You should probably get what your teacher recommends. 2. I wholeheartedly recommend CAS in Algebra 1. It is quite well suited for Alg 1 & 2. Being able to solve equations is a great tool for exploring, discover, as well as remediation and checking your work.

[EInc]

Awesome! Now I know I can use it. At first I thought CAS couldn't solve simple equations for some reason.

[covenantbird]

I used the TI-89 in my pre-calc and calc class for 10 years, but when the TI-Nspire came out 4 years ago or so, I've been using that ever since. There are so many reasons why I would recommend, but space does not allow. A summary the reasons can be found on my blog. Also I highly recommend posting this question with to TI-Nspire Google Group to get a response from Statistics teachers as well. Links to these can be found from my channel site.

[covenantbird]

Yes, and it is called Press-to-Test (PTT) mode. Some people put their Nspire CAS into PTT, which disables some CAS functionality in the default setting, e.g. solve( ), however it is handy to have the cord and another handheld OR the software (or the free Computer Link software) in order to get out of Press-to-Test.

[covenantbird]

I hear you. When I teach summer workshops where the teachers get a TI-Nspire CX or TI-Nspire CX CAS with the cost of the professional development, I try to encourage them to choose CAS (or at least know that it exists). So many times I've heard, "I would have picked CAS if I knew what it could do for me and my teaching." For those interested in summer workshops, I have info on my website or TI's website.

[covenantbird]

The first question may be best directed at 1-800-TI-CARES (if you are in the U.S.). I would say, use what you have. You've got the package license, then use it. Some tips about graphing on a limited domain can be view on a youtube video called "TI-Nspire Graph Inverse limit domain x=" Use the vertical bar |, such that.

[Matt-reet]

I'm contemplating purchasing a ti-89 the Nspire CAS but this pretty much made up my mind.: )

[layzer]

Hi! I'd like to ask if this calculator has the Greek alphabet integrated in its charset palette. It seems very difficult to find an answer on that online. Congratulations for your video, it offers a ton of useful and interesting information!

[covenantbird]

TI-Nspire CX CAS easily wins for many reasons: (1) speed of graphing, doing calculations, running programs, etc; (2) color when graphing functions, 3D, slopefields (again it has this functionality built in and does it much faster than the 89); (3) color in mathematical interactive Notes pages, etc; (4) Nspire CX graphs conics, (5) 'pretty print' on the input, not just the output... Check out my godly dominion blog for more details on why I use TI-Nspire instead of other things. I used the 89

[coldhotlava]

At 8:24 "Zooms in on triangle" *Que X-Files music*