Mathematics Update June 12, 2015

Mathematics Communications

Texas Education Agency

June 12, 2015

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Topics included in the bulletin:

• SBOE Rule Adoption Update – Algebraic Reasoning
• SBOE Rule Filing – Official Public Comment Period
• High School Professional Development for the Revised Math TEKS
• Algebra II Side-by-Side TEKS Comparison Document – Update
• New Vertical Alignment Charts Available

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• Professional Development Opportunity – Geometry in Construction
• Texas Council for Economics Education Annual Conference

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SBOE Rule Adoption Update – Algebraic Reasoning

 

The rule text for Adopted New 19 TAC Chapter 111, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Mathematics, Subchapter C, High School, §111.48, Algebraic Reasoning, Adopted 2015 (One Credit), was filed with the Texas Register. The adoption was filed on May 11, 2015, with an effective date of May 31, 2015. The TEKS for Algebraic Reasoning is located at http://tea.texas.gov/About_TEA/Laws_and_Rules/SBOE_Rules_(TAC)/Adopted_State_Board_of_Education_Rules_-_Not_Yet_Effective/.

 

SBOE Rule Filing – Official Public Comment Period

Proposed Amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 74, Curriculum Requirements, Subchapter G, Graduation Requirements, Beginning with School Year 2012-2013

Summary: The proposal would revise course options for students to satisfy the mathematics requirement under the Minimum High School Program, Recommended High School Program, and Distinguished Achievement Program.

Public Comment Period: May 29, 2015 - July 2015 SBOE meeting

Earliest Possible Date of Adoption: July 2015 SBOE meeting

Proposed Effective Date: August 24, 2015

 

Proposed Amendment to 19 TAC Chapter 111, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Mathematics, Subchapter C, High School, §111.43, Mathematical Models with Applications, Adopted 2012 (One-Half to One Credit)

Summary: The proposal would modify the amount of credit that could be earned for the course and eliminate language requiring a course sequence, which is inconsistent with graduation requirements.

Public Comment Period: May 29, 2015 - July 2015 SBOE meeting

Earliest Possible Date of Adoption: July 2015 SBOE meeting

Proposed Effective Date: August 24, 2015

 

Public comment can be given to either or both of these issues at http://tea.texas.gov/About_TEA/Laws_and_Rules/SBOE_Rules_(TAC)/Proposed_State_Board_of_Education_Rules/.

 

High School Professional Development for the Revised Math TEKS

 

Training modules for grades K - 8 are now available online. These modules help teachers become familiar with the TEKS and supporting documents. Teachers examine the mathematical process standards, look for potential instructional gaps that may occur, and amplify lessons to address multiple student expectations.

TEA The Revised Math TEKS (Grades 9-12) with Supporting Documents: http://www.epsilen.com/crs/15367068

TEA The Revised Math TEKS (Grades 9-12): Applying the Mathematical Process Standards: http://www.epsilen.com/crs/15367065

TEA The Revised Math TEKS (Grades 9-12): Completing the Gap Analysis: http://www.epsilen.com/crs/15367067

TEA The Revised Math TEKS (Grades 9-12): Achieving Fluency and Proficiency: http://www.epsilen.com/crs/15367066

 

 

Algebra II Side-by-Side TEKS Comparison Document – Update

The corrected version of the Algebra II Side-by-Side TEKS Comparison document is now available on the Gateway. Corrections were made to pages 5, 8, and 25. If you downloaded or printed a copy of this document before April 27, 2015, you may wish to reprint or update your copy. You can access all of the side-by-side TEKS comparison documents at http://projectsharetexas.org/resource/revised-mathematics-teks-side-side-teks-comparison.

 

New Vertical Alignment Charts Available

Two new vertical alignment documents are now available on the Gateway.

• Grades 5 – 8, Algebra I, and Algebra II
• Grades 5 – 8 and Geometry

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As a courtesy to our readers the following additional Information has been included.

 

Professional Development Opportunity – Geometry in Construction

The Texas Regional Collaboratives at UT-Austin is sponsoring a professional development opportunity for Geometry teachers. Geometry in Construction is aligned to the Geometry TEKS. The week long professional development provides teachers with the instructional materials needed to replicate the courses in Texas Schools. In this training, participants will learn how students can receive both math and CTE credit in these dual enrollment courses.

 

Teams consisting of one math teacher and one CTE (Construction Technology, Agriculture mechanics, Architecture, or similar CTE course) teacher, are invited to register. Additional information is available at www.thetrc.org. Registration is limited to only 40 teachers.

 

Texas Council for Economics Education Annual Conference

The Texas Council for Economics Education will host their annual conference at the Hotel Contessa on the San Antonio River Walk. The session dates are June 18-19, 2015. Additional information about the conference can be accessed at http://smartertexas.org/ and http://economicstexas.org/.

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