Can the ti-89 be used effectively for physics problems?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the effective use of the TI-89 Titanium calculator for solving physics problems, particularly in the context of homework and exams. Participants are seeking resources or guides that specifically address the application of the calculator's built-in features in physics.

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  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to learn how to utilize the TI-89's built-in features more effectively for physics assignments and exams.
  • Another participant shares a link to a resource that may help with using the calculator.
  • There is a mention that some resources require downloading, which may not meet the original request for non-downloadable guides.
  • A participant indicates they are looking for lessons that focus specifically on using the calculator for physics, rather than general information.
  • Another participant offers an additional link that may provide relevant tutorials.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for resources that teach the use of the TI-89 in the context of physics, but there is no consensus on the availability of such resources without downloads.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note limitations in finding specific guides that focus on physics applications of the TI-89, and there is uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of the shared resources.

Who May Find This Useful

Students and educators looking to enhance their use of the TI-89 Titanium calculator for physics problems may find this discussion beneficial.

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Hi,

I am pretty good with my calculator, but I am beginning to notice that my ti-89 titanium has many features that I am not making use of when I am working on my physics HW or exams. I am not talking about programs that can be downloaded, but the built-in features.

I am wondering if anyone knows of a website or a guide that teaches how to use the ti-89 when doing physics problems. It is one thing to see the prof work on the board, but she never does anything with the calculator except remind us we need to bring it for the exam.

For example, I just figured out how the conversions function to work (without getting inconsistent units), and I am trying to figure how the impDif function works.

Any help is appreciated, a guide that uses the ti-89 would be nice, but also have a ti-84.
 
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I searched google and found this...

http://education.ti.com/educationportal/downloadcenter/SoftwareDetail.do?website=US&tabId=2&appId=6129"

Enjoy it! :-p
 
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I think you have to download it. I couldn't find one you didn't have to download unfortunately...
 
Yeah, I have that from when I bought it, I was thinking more about lessons that teach how to use the calculator with a specific focus on physics. At least I can use the file to search for things instead of flipping through the pages. Thanks for the reply tho.
 
I'll have another look for you.
 
Try this...

http://pages.infinit.net/carl/TI89tutoen.html
 
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