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AchieveTexas College and Career Initiative: CTE TEKS and the College

and Career Readiness Standards

TETN 3/24/10

Dr. Karen L. Alexander

[email protected]

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Joseph Kulhanek

Director, College and Career Readiness Program

Texas Education Agency

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Overview

House Bill 1 (79th, 3rd Called Session, Section 28.008)

Required a collaborative effort between the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).

Required the formation of Vertical Teams (VTs) comprised of secondary and postsecondary faculty from the four subject-specific content areas: English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.


The Standards

Available at the THECB website– P-16 Initiatives Section

http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/index.cfm?objectid=EADF962E-0E3E-DA80-BAAD2496062F3CD8


Organization of the CCRS

Four subject areas and a set of cross-disciplinary standards.

Each area presents knowledge and skill expectations hierarchically in order to reveal the structure of the subject.– Consistent with research on key skills for

postsecondary success.


Organization of the CCRS

III. Speaking (ELA Standard)B. Develop effective speaking styles for both group and

one-on-one situations (Organizing concept).

1. Plan and deliver focused and coherent presentations that convey clear and distinct perspectives and demonstrate solid reasoning (Performance expectation).

a. Use clear and concise language to explain complex concepts (Performance indicator).

b. The “performance indicator” level contains representative example performances.


AchieveTexas Promotes CCRS

Goal is readiness for college and career. CTE courses integrate academic standards

and work-related skills in a way that the standards and skills can be applied to the real world.

CTE courses (TEKS) were revised to include CCRS—academic and cross-disciplinary.


Cluster Topics Covered by TEKS

Academic Foundations - Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities within a career cluster.

Communications - Use oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing, and interpreting information and ideas, including technical terminology and information.

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking - Solve problems using critical thinking skills (analyze, synthesize, and evaluate) independently and in teams. Solve problems using creativity and innovation.


Cluster Topics Continued

Information Technology Applications - Use information technology tools specific to the career cluster to access, manage, integrate, and create information.

Systems - Understand roles within teams, work units, departments, organizations, inter-organizational systems, and the larger environment.

Safety, Health and Environmental - Understand the importance of health, safety, and environmental management systems in organizations and their importance to organizational performance and regulatory compliance.


Cluster Topics Continued

Leadership and Teamwork - Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.

Ethics and Legal Responsibilities - Know and understand the importance of professional ethics and legal responsibilities.

Employability and Career Development - Know and understand the importance of employability skills. Explore, plan, and effectively manage careers. Know and understand the importance of entrepreneurship skills.

Technical Skills - Use of technical knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in all career clusters.


STEM Cluster Examples

Subchapter O. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics §130.367. Engineering Mathematics (1 Credit).

– (c) Knowledge and skills.• (2) The student uses mathematical concepts of structure design to define and

describe statics, acquire data, apply concepts of moments and bending stress, and apply concepts of truss design and analysis. The student is expected to:

– (A) calculate a resultant force;

– (B) apply the concept of equilibrium to force calculations;

– (C) calculate a force using a free-body diagram.

CCRS—Mathematics Standards– B. Connections of mathematics to nature, real world situations, and everyday life

• 1. Use multiple representations to demonstrate links between mathematical and real world situations.

• 2. Understand and use appropriate mathematical models in the natural, physical, and social sciences.



Subchapter O. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics §130.373. Engineering Design and Problem Solving (1 Science

Credit).– (c) Knowledge and skills.

• (2) The student applies knowledge of science and mathematics and the tools of technology to solve engineering design problems. The student is expected to: – (J) use appropriate measurement systems, including customary and International

System (SI) of units; and

– (K) use conversions between measurement systems to solve real-world problems.

CCRS—Science Standards– F. Scientific measurement

• 1. Select and use appropriate Standard International (SI) units and prefixes to express measurements for real world problems.

• 2. Use appropriate significant digits.





• (2) The student applies knowledge of science and mathematics and the tools of technology to solve engineering design problems. The student is expected to: – (J) use appropriate measurement systems, including customary and International

System (SI) of units; and

– (K) use conversions between measurement systems to solve real-world problems.

CCRS—Science Standards– F. Scientific measurement

• 1. Select and use appropriate Standard International (SI) units and prefixes to express measurements for real world problems.

• 2. Use appropriate significant digits.





• (2) The student applies knowledge of science and mathematics and the tools of technology to solve engineering design problems. The student is expected to: – (D) integrate advanced mathematics and science skills as necessary to develop

solutions to engineering design problems;

CCRS—Science Standards– C. Understand relationships among geometry, algebra, and trigonometry

• 3. Understand basic trigonometric principles, including definitions of terms such as sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, and their relationship to triangles.

• 4. Understand basic geometric principles.


Agricultural, Food & Natural Resources Examples

Subchapter A. Agricultural, Food & Natural Resources §130.6 Veterinary Medical Applications (1 Credit).

– (c) Knowledge and skills. • (4) The student communicates the importance of medical terminology,

evaluates veterinary terms to discover their meanings, and demonstrates the ability to use terms correctly. The student is expected to:

– (A) analyze veterinary terms to discover their meanings and recognize common Greek and Latin prefixes, suffixes, and roots (ELA).


Health Science Examples

Subchapter H. Health Science §130.202. Principles of Health Science (1/2 to 1 Credit).

– (c) Knowledge and skills.

• (1) The student applies mathematics, science, English language arts, and social

studies in health science. The student is expected to: – (B) apply data from tables, charts, and graphs to provide solutions to health-related

problems (Mathematics, Science);

– (D) organize, compile, and write ideas into reports and summaries (ELA);

– (E) plan and prepare effective oral presentations (ELA);

– (F) formulate responses using precise language to communicate ideas (ELA);

– (G) describe biological and chemical processes that maintain homeostasis (Science);

– (H) identify and analyze principles of body mechanics and movement such as forces and the effects of movement, torque, tension, and elasticity on the human body (Science).


Human Services Examples

Subchapter J. Human Services §130.246. Counseling and Mental Health (1 to 2 Credits).

– (c) Knowledge and skills. • (1) The student applies mathematics, science, English language arts,

and social studies in health science. The student is expected to: – (A) evaluate the use of verbal and nonverbal language in a variety of mental

health situations (ELA);

– (C) identify societal perspectives related to mental health (Social Studies);

– (F) identify socioeconomic factors that influence mental health and care (Social Studies).


Hospitality & Tourism Examples

Subchapter I. Hospitality and Tourism §130.230. Food Science (One Credit).

– (c) Knowledge and skills. • (2) The student uses scientific methods and equipment during laboratory

and field investigations. The student is expected to: – (D) distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories (Science);

– (E) plan and implement descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations, including asking questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and selecting equipment and technology (Science);

– (F) collect and organize qualitative and quantitative data and make measurements with accuracy and precision using tools and equipment (Mathematics, Science);

• (4) The student analyzes the role of acids and bases in the food sciences. The student is expected to: – (A) identify the properties of acids and bases (Science);

– (D) describe the importance of pH in digestion and blood (Science);

– (E) discuss ways pH is related to the properties of food, its safety, and its freshness (Science).


Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Examples

Subchapter P. Transportation, Distribution & Logistics §130.246. Advanced Automotive Technology (2 to 3 Credits).

– (c) Knowledge and skills. – (3) The student knows the technical knowledge and skills that form the core of

knowledge of automotive service. The student is expected to:• (C) locate, read, and interpret documents such as schematics, charts, diagrams,

graphs, parts catalogs, and service-repair manuals and bulletins (ELA);

• (D) perform precision measurements to diagnose component wear, compare to published specifications, and determine necessary repair (Science);

• (E) employ critical-thinking skills and structured problem-solving skills to diagnose vehicle malfunctions, solve problems, and make decisions (Cross-Disciplinary).


Additional Alignment with College and Career Readiness

• Programs of Study

• Fourth Math and Science Courses


Programs of Study


All POS are based upon the Recommended High School Graduation Program Plan.

Aligned with rigorous academic standards and student achievement standards.

Include Academic and CTE content in a coordinated, non-duplicative progression of courses.

Relevant and challenging at the secondary and postsecondary level.

Lead to employment in high skill, high wage, or high demand occupations.

Offer opportunities for dual credit. Lead to a degree, certificate, or credential.

Programs of Study


New Features


Core Courses reflect changes resulting from House Bill 3. Career-Related Electives reflect approved CTE courses resulting from the TEKS revision process. All POS are based upon the Recommended High School Graduation Program and can be adapted for the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP).

New Features


Districts may customize this section by listing all of the college credit opportunities available on the local level while students are enrolled in high school.

Resources

CTE TEKS, http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=5415#Subchapter H

AchieveTexas website, www.achievetexas.org

Texas College and Career Readiness Program, http://www.txccrs.org/index.htm

State Graduation Requirement, http://www.tea.state.tx.us/graduation.aspx


Next TETN

April 28th, 10 am to 12:30 pm Courses that can be taught by all CTE

teachers with an emphasis on Chapter 127: Career Development and Middle School Courses


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