Today's calculators are good for much more than just doing arithmetic. There are advanced models capable of supporting programming languages. Precisely, the American company Texas Instruments has presented a calculator for students that allows them to learn the basic concepts of Python .
This is the TI-84 Plus CE Python graphing calculator , a version that arrives just in time for back to school. The manufacturer says it will help students “better explore, visualize and understand math and science, while experimenting with Python, one of the most popular programming languages.”
There is no doubt that programming is increasingly important in educational programs. Python is a good language for students to get started in this world and the Texas Instruments calculator can be a tool to motivate them and keep them focused without distractions.
A calculator without Wi- Fi and Bluetooth, but with Python
In that sense, the firm says that the TI-84 Plus CE Python does not have Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or a camera , features that can make you lose your attention. On the other hand, it does offer a color screen, lightweight design and a rechargeable battery whose autonomy can be extended up to a month with a single charge.
In addition, the calculator has been designed, according to Texas Instruments, to withstand the demands of students in the classroom. But it is not only useful for high school students, it can also become a great tool for college level.
“By adding Python to calculators that many students are already familiar with and use in class, we are making programming more accessible and accessible to all students, eliminating the need for teachers to reserve separate computer labs,” says Peter Balyta from TI Education Technology.
Texas Instruments indicates that their new calculator will feature a wide variety of colors for students to choose one according to their personality. These range from “Positive Coral to” Bionic Blue “through” Radical Red “.
It also offers information on the retail stores that will sell it in the United States, although it has not specified its price at the moment. However, the model it replaces costs around $ 150.
