Powerful graphing calculators can provide potent math problem solving advantages for students that know how to use–and can afford–them. What is the impact, then, when everyone has free access to leading edge calculation tools? Amy and Mike invited educator Kyle Terracciano to explore using the Desmos calculator in digital testing.

What are five things you will learn in this episode?

1. What is the Desmos calculator, and what can it do?

2. How is Desmos integrated into college admissions testing?

3. What are the best resources to learn Desmos for the Digital SAT?

4. When is it best to utilize Desmos on the Digital SAT?

5. In what kind of test problems are calculators less useful?

MEET OUR GUEST

Kyle Terracciano is the founder of the company Tutorllini, the math test prep YouTube channel Tutorllini Test Prep, and the Facebook group Digital SAT Prep. Since 2019, he has been on a mission to empower students to dominate their college admissions tests and bring much-needed clarity to the confusing world of academic math.

Kyle’s journey as an educator began in his college years while working as a competitive swimming coach, sparking his passion for mentoring others. After graduating with a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Connecticut in 2018, he couldn't resist the call of teaching. Kyle went on to earn a Master's Degree in Mathematics Education from Rutgers University in 2020, and then through Tutorllini, dedicated himself fully to his goal of empowering students everywhere with not just a deeper understanding of math, but more confidence as well.

But Kyle doesn’t stop there. Determined to make a global impact, Kyle runs one of the fastest growing YouTube channels and Facebook groups focused on the Digital SAT, all completely free to anyone who is ready to learn. By using the most modern tech and impactful visuals with a dose of humor and his trademark relatable personality, Kyle helps students unlock their full potential.

Kyle previously appeared on the podcast in episode 476 to discuss The New Digital SAT Experience: A Student Perspective and in episode 470 to discuss Getting Ready For The AP Statistics Exam.

Find Kyle at tutorllini.com.

LINKS

Desmos Graphing Calculator

Desmos (Digital PSAT, NMSQT, and SAT Version)

Kyle’s Free Digital SAT Math Desmos Course

Learn Desmos Playlist

Desmos User Guide

Mastering Desmos for the Digital SAT

App or Scrap? (ep 8): Digital SAT Strategy Guide

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Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page.

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Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you’re interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.