Table 2 Mathematics Learning Goals...

Table 2

Mathematics Learning Goals (TEKS) Correlation with TAAS Objectives and Sample Items

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills	TAAS Objective	Sample Item
The student represents and uses rational numbers in a variety of equivalent forms. (number, operation, and quantitative reasoning)	(1) Demonstrate an understanding of number concepts
The student uses letters to represent an unknown in an equation. (patterns, relationships, and algebraic thinking)	(2) Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical relations, functions, and other algebraic concepts
The student uses geometric vocabulary to describe angles, polygons, and circles. (geometry and spatial reasoning)	(3) Demonstrate an understanding of geometric properties and relationships.
The student uses statistical representations to analyze data. (probability and statistics)	(5) Demonstrate an understanding of probability and statistics
The student will select or develop an appropriate problem-solving strategy from a variety of different types, including drawing a picture, looking for a pattern, systematic guessing and checking, acting it out, making a table, working a simpler problem, or working backwards to solve a problem	(11) Determine solution strategies and will analyze or solve problems.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills	TAAS Objective	Sample Item
The student represents and uses rational numbers in a variety of equivalent forms. (number, operation, and quantitative reasoning)	(1) Demonstrate an understanding of number concepts
The student uses letters to represent an unknown in an equation. (patterns, relationships, and algebraic thinking)	(2) Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical relations, functions, and other algebraic concepts
The student uses geometric vocabulary to describe angles, polygons, and circles. (geometry and spatial reasoning)	(3) Demonstrate an understanding of geometric properties and relationships.
The student uses statistical representations to analyze data. (probability and statistics)	(5) Demonstrate an understanding of probability and statistics
The student will select or develop an appropriate problem-solving strategy from a variety of different types, including drawing a picture, looking for a pattern, systematic guessing and checking, acting it out, making a table, working a simpler problem, or working backwards to solve a problem	(11) Determine solution strategies and will analyze or solve problems.