May 15, 2018: DIgital Math Tools

The Triangular Screen Ruler for Chrome

Completing math online can be challenging. Luckily, more and more tools are being developed and are available specifically for math. MB-Ruler is an add-on to your Chrome browser that:

  1. Allows you to use a protractor to measure anything on your screen.
      • Move the center red dot to move the protractor
      • Drag the edge red dots to rotate and change the protrator's size
      • Move the blue dot for a precise measurement of length and degrees.
  2. Adds a grid on top of your screen.
  3. Adds a grid line ruler to the border of your screen, which you can click and drag to manipulate.

To install, use this link to go to the Chrome Store. Click "Add to Chrome." And begin using one of it's tools by click on it in the upper right hand corner of your screen. When finished with the tool, click on it's icon again to close it. For more information, visit their Quick Start Guide.

You may also find Edge: The Web Ruler as a useful app to try with your kids.

EquatIO is an extension for your Chrome browser that makes math digital, helping teachers and students at all levels create math expressions quickly and easily. You can type virtually any mathematical expression directly on your keyboard or touchscreen into a Google Doc. EquatIO instantly turns your thoughts into clear, accurate on-screen formulas. Teachers can now get a free premium account which includes handwriting recognition, and works with Google Forms, Slides, Sheets & Drawings.

Desmos provides a FREE four-function calculator, scientific calculator, and graphing calculator option for student use. Your students will appreciate using it in class, because it is the same calculator used on their AIR assessments. Desmos also provides prebuilt classroom activities, and an activity builder to help teachers create their own digital math activities. Check it out...you won't be disappointed!