(Recorded Course) Getting to Know Your TI-84+ with Monica Breier

Did you know -- a graphing calculator is an investment that a student can use year after year in high school -- and throughout college? Start your upper-level math classes with ease when you take this course and learn how to use your TI-84+!

How to get the most out of Getting to Know Your TI-84+ with Monica Breier:

  • First, read the course materials below before watching class 1.

  • Then make sure to have a notebook and your calculator ready for class (and printed powerpoint presentations if desired), and watch the class of the day.

  • Complete the daily assignment. You can show this to your parent for grading or purchase Instructor Access (see sidebar).

  • Once the course is completed to the parent's and professor’s satisfaction, there is a Certificate of Completion at the end to be filled in for your records.

Total classes: 4

Duration: 55 minutes per class

Prerequisite: High School Algebra 1 and Geometry

Suggested grade level: 10th grade and above

Suggested credit: ¼ semester credit Math Skills

Instructor: Monica Breier

Instructor Email: breiermm@gmail.com

Course description: Take the time to get to know the functions of your TI-84+ calculator before your upper level high-school math classes start. Learn what you need to quickly navigate the calculator for success in class and on standardized tests. The TI-84+ is the most widely used graphing calculator and is allowed on all major college entrance exams.

Course outline: 

Class 1: Basic keys, modes, and graphing introduction

Class 2: Graphing and lists

Class 3: Statistical functions (including regression features)

Class 4: Additional features and review

Course materials: TI-84+ calculator. If you need to purchase one, Mrs. Breier recommends the TI-84+ CE, which is the color edition. The color makes graphing easier for the student (https://amzn.to/39v0Sb7). If you’d like a more budget-friendly version, the TI-84 Plus is also a good choice even though black & white (https://amzn.to/3adNBma). 

Homework: Brief daily calculator assignment. Students will need to take a picture of their calculator screen to submit the assignment to their parent. Note that Instructor Access tutoring sessions are available from Mrs. Breier.