Resources
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General
Graphing Calculator Manual - 
The graphing calculator manual was written as an introduction to the graphing calculator for the TI-83 and TI-84 families of calculators. Containing essential calculator skills and activities, it has proven to be beneficial resource for many students.
Handouts
Biology Worksheet - 
Containing more complicated functions found in the field of biology, this worksheet has students enter the functions in the graphing calculator, and answer questions based upon the graphs.
Caught in the Doldrums Worksheet -
Emphasizing the use of linear systems and midpoints, students are taking on an adventure to travel between Hawaii and Tahiti.
Fixed Perimeter, Maximum Area Worksheet -
The student is asked to generate a list of data for a rectangular dog pen of a fixed perimeter, and various areas. Using this data, linear and quadratic regression analysis is performed. Finally questions are posed requiring the student to extrapolate and interpolate data.
Geometry Worksheet -
Geometric formulas for volume and surface area are introduced. Students are led to put the function in terms of one variable. Using the graphing calculator, the student is then asked to find the maximum value of the function given a certain scenario.
Miscellaneous Word Problems -
A collection of interesting word problems of various types is provided. Some of the answers are interesting, and unexpected. Great for use in a problem-solving workshop.
Pendulum Worksheet -
Using data for the length of a pendulum and the time it takes to complete one full swing, students are asked to perform a power regression, and interpolate and extrapolate information.
Reaction / Braking Time Worksheet -
Using a table of data on reaction and braking times, students are asked to perform linear and quadratic regressions. Next, students interpolate and extrapolate information from the regression analysis.
Solving Word Problems and Equations Worksheet -
Students solve simple equations by using the graphing features of a calculator. The box problem and a velocity problem are then posed for addition practice. Great worksheet for beginners on using a graphing calculator, with an Algebra II twist.
Methods for Solving Systems of Linear Equations Worksheet -
Various methods for solving systems are introduced by comparing two savings account plans. Questions involving the situation are then posed requiring students to trace along the graphs generated.
TI Navigator Activities
Review of Systems of Equations - 
This is a LearningCheck™ document that review systems of equations. It involves vocabulary such as consistent and independent, as well as various methods for finding a solution. Open response questions do require the use of the TI Keyboard.
Introduction to Geometry -
These LearningCheck™ documents review basic geometric vocabulary, including transformations. It includes questions about the relationship between points lines and planes.
Congruent Triangles -
This activity works with a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation to have students answer questions as to what method a pair of triangles can be proven congruent: SSS, SAS, ASA, AAS, HL You will also need a computer and a projector to display the PowerPoint presentation of pictures.
An Exploration of Direct Variation and Linear Regression -
In this activity, students are given an opportunity to review the properties and characteristics of a direct variation. Next, a data collection activity that uses a direct variation model is performed. Finally, a homework assignment is distributed to students that reviews major themes of the activity and the concept of linear regression.
An Exploration of Rational Functions-
In this activity, students are given an opportunity to review the characteristics of a rational function, including vertical and horizontal asymptotes, removable discontinuities, etc. Next, students are asked in Activity Center to provide equations meeting certain criteria. Finally, a homework assignment is distributed to students that reviews major themes of the activity and the features of rational functions.
An Exploration of Trigonometric Functions-
In this activity, students are asked to collect data from a swinging pendulum. Next, the data is imported into Activity Center, and as a class the constants A, B, C and D are determined for a cosine function based on the data. Students are then asked to repeat the experiment with different pendulum characteristics such as length of string or weight of pendulum, and answer questions on their own.
Bacterial Growth and Regression -
This activity gives students a set of data to perform a regression analysis. Students need to be able to read the data, perform a regression, and interpolate and extrapolate information.
Background Images-
This file contains images that can be used as background images in Activity Center for which students can determine various functions.