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For college libraries and learning centres
Library Calculator Loan Companion
Help students start, practise, troubleshoot and return a borrowed calculator while keeping the library's own lending policy in control.
FreeNo student accountMobile and Chromebook friendlyAccessible HTML first
One companion, two workflows
Make every calculator loan easier to use
A physical calculator is most useful when the borrower knows how to begin, where to find task help and how to return it in the expected condition.
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Student borrower gateway
Choose a model, complete a short orientation, find course workflows and open safe return guidance.
Start the borrower journey → 02Library lending workflow
Review the resource, add it to checkout, define support boundaries and use the staff return checklist.
Open the staff centre → 03Ready-to-share materials
Download QR labels, checkout cards, desk posters, accessible guides and suggested listing text.
Browse library materials →Borrower journey
Support from checkout to return
Each stage gives the student a clear next action while keeping the college's lending policy in control.
Scan
Open the short link or QR code supplied by the library.
Start
Choose a five- or fifteen-minute orientation.
Practise
Follow a course workflow and repeat it on the device.
Fix
Use symptom-based troubleshooting and know when to ask staff.
Return
Follow the local policy and check every included item.
Supported loan models
Begin with the calculators Calc for Class can support well
Key layouts and operating-system details can differ. Borrowers should identify the exact model before following instructions.
TI-84
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TI-84 Plus and TI-84 Plus CE
Graphing, tables, statistics, regression, matrices, trigonometry and common-error support.
- Five- and fifteen-minute starts
- Browser-based practice companion
- Course routing and return checklist
TI-30XS MultiView
Fractions, powers, roots, logarithms, trigonometry, probability, statistics and tables.
- Model-focused orientation
- Learn and practice destinations
- Safe borrower and return guidance
Model not listed? Do not assume these steps apply. Ask the lending desk, consult the manufacturer's guide or request a future companion.
Institutional review
Clear scope before a library shares the link
This page is designed for evaluation as well as student use.
| Review question | Current answer | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Does a student need an account? | No | Core companion pages, guides and practice links open without a Calc for Class student account. |
| Does Calc for Class receive lending records? | No | The college manages all loans. The companion does not ask for borrower names, IDs, due dates or loan numbers. |
| Where is checklist progress stored? | On the device | Optional checkmarks are stored locally in the browser and can be cleared from the page. |
| Does the companion replace college policy? | No | Local checkout, reset, exam and return rules always take priority. |
| Is every physical model identical? | No | Key positions, operating systems and supported functions can vary by model. |
| Is Calc for Class manufacturer-endorsed? | No | It is an independent educational resource. Product names remain trademarks of their owners. |
Ready to support a borrower?
Open the student gateway or download the complete lending-desk resource kit.