About Algebra Nspired and Geometry Nspired
Student misconceptions are often the root cause of student difficulties on high stakes assessments. Algebra Nspired and Geometry Nspired address this issue by building conceptual understanding of core math concepts through a series of easy-to-implement classroom-ready lessons that feature TI-Nspire™ technology.
A Variety of Lessons
Algebra Nspired and Geometry Nspired lessons were developed hand-in-hand with educators. The most unique of these are the Texas Instruments action/consequence lessons, in which:
- Students take action on a math object in a TI-Nspire document, observe the consequence and are able to reflect on the math implications.
- Teachers ask probing questions that lead students to productive discussions about the math.
- Students interact with numerous mathematical representations to develop understanding in a way that is not possible with paper and pencil alone.
- Educators are able to engage students more effectively in their mathematics learning
Additional lessons have been created and selected from other sources to compliment the action/consequence lessons.
| Complimentary Lessons |
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Texas Instruments |
"How to Create" Lessons Each lesson goes step-by-step through the creation of a TI-Nspire document and includes a one-page student activity. |
| Texas Instruments |
TIMath.com Feature step-by-step instructions, student handout, TI-Nspire document and a see-it-in-action video of the TI-Nspire document. |
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Shell Education |
TI-Nspire Strategies: Algebra Lessons move students from the concrete understanding of algebra concepts through the abstract comprehension level, to real-life application. |
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Brendan Kelly Publishing |
Algebra 1 with TI-Nspire: Semester 1 Ready-made lessons have complete keying sequences and detailed exercise solutions. |
Online Resource Center
In addition to the ready-to-use, easy-to-implement lessons, the Math Nspired website contains an online resource center that includes:
- Essentials for getting started with Algebra Nspired and Geometry Nspired
- Sample alignments to curriculum/assessment standards and leading textbooks
- Optional blended professional development opportunities - select what's right for you
- Tech tip videos to learn the basics of TI-Nspire functionality
Developed hand-in-hand with educators
Algebra Nspired and Geometry Nspired were developed hand-in-hand with T3 Teachers Teaching with Technology™ instructors and other respected educators. Texas Instruments wishes to thank these educators for their contributions.
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T3 National Instructor |
Gail Burrill, East Lansing, Michigan, instructor, Department of Teacher Education, Michigan State University |
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T3 National Instructor |
Dr. Thomas Dick, Corvallis, Oregon, Professor of Mathematics and Coordinator of Collegiate Mathematics Education, Oregon State University |
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T3 National Instructor |
Dr. Wade Ellis, Saratoga, California, Mathematics Instructor at West Valley Community College (retired) |
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Dr. Jean McGeHee, Conway, Arkansas, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, University of Central Arkansas |
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T3 National Instructor |
Dr. Chuck Vonder Embse, Shepherd, Michigan, Professor of Mathematics, Education and Mathematics Department, Central Michigan University |
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| T3 National Instructor | Sherri Abel, Mauldin, South Carolina, High School Mathematics Teacher, Mathematics Specialist, J L Mann High School, Greenville, SC |
| T3 National Instructor | Margaret Bambrick, DeLand, Florida, Mathematics Specialist, Volusia County Schools, Adjunct Instructor, Stetson University |
| T3 National Instructor | Ruth Casey, Frankfort, Kentucky, High School Math Teacher, Anderson County High School (2000-2006) |
| T3 National Instructor | Dr. Linda Griffith, Conway, Arkansas, Professor of Mathematics and Director of the Arkansas Center for Mathematics and Science Education at the University of Central Arkansas |
| T3 National Instructor | Judy Hicks, Arvada, Colorado, Math Teacher and Department Chair, Ralston Valley High School |
| T3 National Instructor | Sharon Cichocki, Orchard Park, New York, Secondary Math Coordinator and Instructor, Hamburg Central Schools, Adjunct Professor at the State University of Buffalo in the Gifted-Math Program |
| T3 National Instructor | David Sword, Highland Park, Michigan, Mathematics Consultant, Wayne RESA, Adjunct Faculty, Wayne State University |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Dr. Ann Bledsoe, Columbia, Missouri, Associate Professor of Mathematics, Columbia College |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Eric Butterbaugh, New York, New York, Bread & Roses Integrated Arts High School |
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Dr. Jessica Cohen, Moscow, Idaho, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, University of Idaho |
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T3 National Instructor |
Elizabeth Coker, Bronx, New York, Math Coach, DeWitt Clinton High School |
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T3 National Instructor |
Ann Davidian, Levittown, New York, MacArthur High School |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Aimee Evans, Conway, Arkansas, CTE Academic Attainment Specialist |
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T3 National Instructor |
Lynda Ferneyhough, Caledon, Ontario, Canada, Head of the Mathematics Department, Fletcher’s Meadow Secondary School (retired) |
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T3 National Instructor |
Naomi Fried-Kakosan, Winnetka, California, Mathematics Teacher, High School and Middle School Mathematics, LAUSD |
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Kristin Leising, Oregon, doctoral student Oregon State University |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Bryson Perry, Lexington Kentucky, Mathematics Teacher, Henry Clay High School |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Jennifer Wilson, Jackson, Mississippi, Mathematics Teacher, Northwest Rankin High School |
| Technology Experts | |
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T3 International Instructor |
Dr. Stephen Arnold, former Head of the School of Education at the Australian Catholic University, Canberra campus |
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T3 Regional Instructor |
Sean Bird, Avon, Indiana, Mathematics Teacher, Covenant Christian High School |
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T3 National Instructor |
Marc Garneau, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, Mathematics Helping Teacher, Surrey School District |
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T3 National Instructor |
John Hanna, Hopatcong, New Jersey, Adjunct Instructor, Central Michigan University’s T3 Online Courses, Teaneck High School Mathematics and Computer Science (1970 – 2005) |
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Dr. Lewis Lum, Portland, Oregon, Chair of the Mathematics Department, University of Portland |
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T3 National Instructor |
Rick Snow, Paradise, Newfoundland, E-Teacher Mathematics, Center for Distance Learning and Innovation |
| Reviewers | |
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T3 National Instructor |
Karen Campe, New Canaan, Connecticut, Mathematics Methods Instructor, Yale University (1997 – 2008) |
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T3 National Instructor |
Vince Doty, Canastota, New York, Head of Mathematics Department, Hampton Bays High School (1987 – 2001) |
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T3 National Instructor |
Fred Ferneyhough, Brampton, Ontario, Canada, Peel District School Board (retired) |
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T3 National Instructor |
Dr. Betty Gasque, Charleston, South Carolina, South Carolina Algebra Classroom Lead and Instructional Technology Specialist, Mathematics and Science Unit, SC Department of Education (2003 – 2005) |
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Dr. Mike Hall, Associate Professor of Mathematics, Arkansas State University |
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T3 National Instructor |
Ray Klein, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, Adjust Faculty North Illinois University |
| Dr. Barbara Ridener, Boca Raton, Florida, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Teaching and Learning, Florida Atlantic University |