Students can now wirelessly collect
and analyze data on TI-Nspire™ CX II graphing
calculators with Vernier Go
Direct® sensors
BEAVERTON, Ore., May 23, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Through the companies' continued partnership, Texas
Instruments (TI) and Vernier Science Education are offering a new
app-based way for teachers to engage students in real-time,
hands-on STEM learning. Students can now use six Vernier Go
Direct® sensors in conjunction with the Vernier
DataQuest® application on TI-Nspire™ CX II
and TI-Nspire CX II CAS graphing calculators to wirelessly collect
and analyze scientific data as they explore phenomena and think
like real scientists.
"Data collection and graphing helps students visualize and
interact with important math concepts, while teaching them the
skills needed for success in science," said Jill Hedrick, CEO of Vernier Science Education.
"Vernier has partnered with Texas Instruments for more than 20
years, and shares a commitment to helping teachers easily and
efficiently accelerate STEM learning. This most-recent
collaboration brings together the latest versions of each of our
technologies, which are already being used in classrooms across the
country today, to further support high-quality teaching and
learning."
To get started with the data-collection and graphing process,
teachers and students can download the latest operating system for
free onto their TI-Nspire CX II or TI-Nspire CX II CAS graphing
calculators. They can then connect any compatible Go Direct sensor
wirelessly to their calculator using the TI-Bluetooth®
Adapter or connect the sensor directly through USB. Compatible
sensors currently include the Go Direct Motion, Go Direct
Temperature, Go Direct Force and Acceleration, Go Direct Light and
Color, Go Direct pH, and Go Direct Gas Pressure. Additional Go
Direct sensors will be added in the future.
Once connected, students can open the Vernier DataQuest app on
their calculator and easily start collecting a range of data, as
well as repeat trials quickly to ensure the accuracy of the data.
They can additionally view the data in multiple ways on the
TI-Nspire CX II suite of applications—including Vernier DataQuest,
Lists & Spreadsheets, and Data & Statistics—to deepen their
analysis and understanding.
"Providing students with meaningful opportunities to engage in
hands-on data collection and analysis is so beneficial in today's
math and science classrooms," said Peter Balyta, PhD,
president of Texas Instruments Education Technology. "This latest
collaboration between TI and Vernier Science Education is not only
making the data collection and analysis process faster and easier,
it is providing students with increased opportunities to make
scientific connections and engage in authentic learning."
To learn more about Vernier Go Direct sensors' compatibility
with TI-Nspire CX II and TI-Nspire CX II CAS graphing
calculators, as well as the ongoing partnership between TI and
Vernier Science Education, visit https://www.vernier.com/math.
About Texas Instruments
Education Technology, a
business of Texas Instruments, provides a wide range of tools
connecting the classroom experience with real-world applications,
helping students and teachers to explore mathematics and science
interactively. TI's products and services are tested vigorously
against recognized third-party research, which shows that the
effective use of graphing calculators improves the mathematical
skills of students and their attitudes toward mathematics. For more
information, visit www.education.ti.com.
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is a global semiconductor
design and manufacturing company that develops analog ICs and
embedded processors. By employing the world's brightest minds, TI
creates innovations that shape the future of technology. TI is
helping more than 100,000 customers transform the future, today.
Learn more at www.ti.com.
Contact us at edtechnews@ti.com or visit our news
center.
About Vernier Science Education
For more than 40
years, Vernier Science Education has been committed to using our
experience, knowledge, and passion to create the best and most
reliable solutions for STEM education. Our comprehensive solutions
include hardware, software, content, assessment, professional
development, and technical support. At the heart of Vernier is our
deep commitment to being an authentic and trusted partner to STEM
educators. We are dedicated to partnering with educators and
communities to build a STEM-literate society where students grow up
to become knowledgeable citizens who can solve problems, fully
contribute to their communities, and drive innovation. For more
information, visit www.vernier.com.
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