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Used in conjunction with motion sensors, they are now able to create their own data for analyzing. Through some of the lessons where these calculators were utilized, I saw classes with 100% participation. Students were excited to share with me what they had discovered and were taking on more challenges.\r\nLinear equations and proportional functions are a huge part of 8th grade math. These topics tie together many of the other standards that we see over the course of this year. 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