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Desmos: A Beautiful, Free Online Graphing Calculator - Eli Luberoff
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Desmos is a free, web-based graphing calculator that allows students to explore mathematics visually and interactively. As users type equations, the graph updates instantly, making...more
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Desmos is a free, web-based graphing calculator that allows students to explore mathematics visually and interactively. As users type equations, the graph updates instantly, making it easy to see how changes affect the graph in real time. The interface is color-coded and supports multiple equations, tables, sliders, and transformations, helping students investigate patterns and relationships. Graphs can be saved, organized, and shared with others through a link, making collaboration simple. Desmos works directly in a web browser on computers, tablets, and phones and also offers free mobile apps. In addition to the calculator, the site now includes a large collection of free classroom activities and lessons that teachers can assign to students for guided exploration and practice.
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In the Classroom
Use this Better Calculator in place of expensive graphing calculators that many students may not have. Be sure to provide the link on your teacher page or wiki for easy access. This is a wonderful tool for iPad or 1:1 classrooms with their newly released free iPad app. Have students create pictures using only equations in Desmos. For example, students can design a robot, house, or school logo by layering multiple equations. Display a mystery graph in Desmos and ask students to determine what equation might create it. Students can experiment by adjusting numbers and variables until their equation matches the graph.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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