Practice

All of these calculators comply with the feature requirements of STAAR. These are a great option for practicing before use on Testing Day.

Testing Day

These activities are designed for algebra students studying linear functions as tables, graphs, and equations.
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Students can use either Test Mode or Desmos District Test Mode on Testing Day.

Test Mode

Test Mode can be used on Chromebooks, iPads, and iPhones through iOS and Android app stores. Learn more on our Test Mode information page.

Desmos District Test Mode

Desmos Scientific Calculator

Since 2015, districts have been testing with Desmos during STAAR. Based on educator feedback over the years, we’ve built Desmos District Test Mode: the simplest and most secure way to use the Desmos calculators on Testing Day. To make sure using the Desmos calculators during STAAR is a smooth experience for IT departments, testing proctors, teachers, and students. Two key features:

Desmos Graphing Calculator Ellipse

Ensures students use the right calculator built specifically for STAAR: IT administrators can centrally pre-select the STAAR calculators, ensuring that students will use the correct tools on Testing Day. This mitigates the risk that students accidentally select a calculator customized for a different state.
Allows proctors to more easily scan the room: Desmos Districts displays a different color and title on the top bar of each calculator used during an assessment. This second layer of security allows proctors to visually verify whether a student is using the correct calculator for their grade level—even from across the room.

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