Desmos Graphing Calculator
While iPads do have a calculator installed (as do Macs), sometimes you need something with a little more power (i.e. functionality). Desmos offers a great graphing calculator tool that is available on both iPads and as an extension that integrates with Google Drive.
Besides providing graphing functions, it also integrates the ability to save one's work in the Drive version. Younger users can take advantage of the table function to plot data in Math or Science courses.
When it comes to functions, the calculator integrates several common functions and provides sliders which allow students to see the effects of changing variables within an equation or function. Below is an example of the interface in the calculator.
I created two videos that explain the features of both the iPad app and Drive version further. If you use the calculator, please comment below on how you integrate it into your classes.
Besides providing graphing functions, it also integrates the ability to save one's work in the Drive version. Younger users can take advantage of the table function to plot data in Math or Science courses.
When it comes to functions, the calculator integrates several common functions and provides sliders which allow students to see the effects of changing variables within an equation or function. Below is an example of the interface in the calculator.
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| An Example of Desmos' User Interface |
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