ATC Texas Curriculum Standards (TEKS) 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of the TEKS Resource System (TRS) for Texas ATC teachers?

Accepted Answer

To provide TEKS-aligned lesson plans, unit plans, and instructional resources

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To track teacher attendance and certification renewal

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To administer STAAR practice exams online

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To manage payroll for Texas educators

Question 2

How often does the Texas SBOE typically review and revise the TEKS for a specific subject?

Accepted Answer

Approximately every 7–10 years on a rotating review cycle

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Every year for all subjects

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Only when federal policy changes

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Every 2 years without exception

Question 3

What does 'scope and sequence' refer to in the context of TEKS implementation?

Accepted Answer

The breadth of content covered (scope) and the order in which it is taught (sequence)

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The number of TEKS assessed on STAAR

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The physical scope of the school campus and instructional schedule

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A document listing prerequisite courses for graduation

Question 4

Which subject area TEKS include the Texas College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) as a foundation?

Accepted Answer

All core subject TEKS integrate CCRS to prepare students for postsecondary success

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Only Advanced Placement course TEKS

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Only CTE (Career and Technical Education) TEKS

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Only AP English TEKS

Question 5

What is a 'knowledge and skills' statement in the TEKS?

Accepted Answer

A broad standard that groups related student expectations under a common theme or concept

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An individual testable item on STAAR

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A teacher competency goal in the ATC program

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A graduation requirement listed in the transcript

Question 6

How do Texas ATC teachers typically demonstrate TEKS mastery in their classrooms during appraisal?

Accepted Answer

By aligning lesson objectives and instructional activities to specific TEKS in observed lessons

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By scoring above 90% on TExES exams

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By completing a TEKS alignment certification course

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By submitting a portfolio of state assessment scores