ATC Texas Curriculum Standards (TEKS) 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the purpose of the TEKS Resource System (TRS) for Texas ATC teachers?
- To provide TEKS-aligned lesson plans, unit plans, and instructional resources (Correct answer)
- To track teacher attendance and certification renewal
- To administer STAAR practice exams online
- To manage payroll for Texas educators
Correct answer: To provide TEKS-aligned lesson plans, unit plans, and instructional resources
The TEKS Resource System is a state-supported online platform offering curriculum guides, lesson frameworks, and formative assessment tools aligned to the TEKS for Texas teachers.
Question 2: How often does the Texas SBOE typically review and revise the TEKS for a specific subject?
- Approximately every 7–10 years on a rotating review cycle (Correct answer)
- Every year for all subjects
- Only when federal policy changes
- Every 2 years without exception
Correct answer: Approximately every 7–10 years on a rotating review cycle
The SBOE follows a cyclical review schedule, typically revisiting each subject area's TEKS every 7–10 years to update content for current research and workforce needs.
Question 3: What does 'scope and sequence' refer to in the context of TEKS implementation?
- The breadth of content covered (scope) and the order in which it is taught (sequence) (Correct answer)
- The number of TEKS assessed on STAAR
- The physical scope of the school campus and instructional schedule
- A document listing prerequisite courses for graduation
Correct answer: The breadth of content covered (scope) and the order in which it is taught (sequence)
A scope and sequence document maps which TEKS will be taught (scope) and in what order across a school year or grade span (sequence) to ensure complete, logical coverage.
Question 4: Which subject area TEKS include the Texas College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) as a foundation?
- All core subject TEKS integrate CCRS to prepare students for postsecondary success (Correct answer)
- Only Advanced Placement course TEKS
- Only CTE (Career and Technical Education) TEKS
- Only AP English TEKS
Correct answer: All core subject TEKS integrate CCRS to prepare students for postsecondary success
Texas CCRS were embedded into all core subject TEKS to ensure that standards across disciplines prepare students for college and career readiness upon graduation.
Question 5: What is a 'knowledge and skills' statement in the TEKS?
- A broad standard that groups related student expectations under a common theme or concept (Correct answer)
- An individual testable item on STAAR
- A teacher competency goal in the ATC program
- A graduation requirement listed in the transcript
Correct answer: A broad standard that groups related student expectations under a common theme or concept
A knowledge and skills statement is a broader organizing standard that introduces a cluster of related student expectations, providing context for what students are learning.
Question 6: How do Texas ATC teachers typically demonstrate TEKS mastery in their classrooms during appraisal?
- By aligning lesson objectives and instructional activities to specific TEKS in observed lessons (Correct answer)
- By scoring above 90% on TExES exams
- By completing a TEKS alignment certification course
- By submitting a portfolio of state assessment scores
Correct answer: By aligning lesson objectives and instructional activities to specific TEKS in observed lessons
During T-TESS appraisal observations, teachers demonstrate TEKS mastery by articulating clear TEKS-aligned objectives and delivering instruction that directly addresses those standards.
ATC Texas Curriculum Standards (TEKS) 2
What is the purpose of the TEKS Resource System (TRS) for Texas ATC teachers?