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Mastery Learning Standards
The required skills a student should display by the end of Grade 10.
Mathematical Process Standards
  • Algebra I

    The student applies mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace.

  • Problem-Solving Model

    Algebra I

    The student uses a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution.

  • Select Tools and Techniques

    Algebra I

    The student selects appropriate tools and techniques, including real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, and technology, and techniques such as mental math, estimation, and number sense, to solve problems.

  • Communicate Mathematical Ideas

    Algebra I

    The student communicates mathematical ideas, reasoning, and implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language.

  • Form Representations

    Algebra I

    The student creates and uses representations to organize, record, and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Analyze Relationships

    Algebra I

    The student analyzes mathematical relationships to connect and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Algebra I

    The student displays, explains, and justifies mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication.

  • Algebra II

    The student applies mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace.

  • Problem-Solving Model

    Algebra II

    The student uses a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution.

  • Select Tools and Techniques

    Algebra II

    The student selects appropriate tools and techniques, including real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, and technology, and techniques such as mental math, estimation, and number sense, to solve problems.

  • Communicate Mathematical Ideas

    Algebra II

    The student communicates mathematical ideas, reasoning, and implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language.

  • Form Representations

    Algebra II

    The student creates and uses representations to organize, record, and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Analyze Relationships

    Algebra II

    The student analyzes mathematical relationships to connect and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Algebra II

    The student displays, explains, and justifies mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication.

  • Geometry

    The student applies mathematics to problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace.

  • Problem-Solving Model

    Geometry

    The student uses a problem-solving model that incorporates analyzing given information, formulating a plan or strategy, determining a solution, justifying the solution, and evaluating the problem-solving process and the reasonableness of the solution.

  • Select Tools and Techniques

    Geometry

    The student selects appropriate tools and techniques, including real objects, manipulatives, paper and pencil, and technology, and techniques such as mental math, estimation, and number sense, to solve problems.

  • Communicate Mathematical Ideas

    Geometry

    The student communicates mathematical ideas, reasoning, and implications using multiple representations, including symbols, diagrams, graphs, and language.

  • Form Representations

    Geometry

    The student creates and uses representations to organize, record, and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Analyze Relationships

    Geometry

    The student analyzes mathematical relationships to connect and communicate mathematical ideas.

  • Geometry

    The student displays, explains, and justifies mathematical ideas and arguments using precise mathematical language in written or oral communication.

Algebra I
  • Algebra I

    The student applies the concept of slope and y-intercept to determine the linear relationship between two quantities and writes linear equations and inequalities to model real-world situations.

  • Systems of Linear Equations

    Algebra I

    The student writes and solves systems of two linear equations and inequalities in two variables to represent and analyze problem situations.

  • Quadratic Functions

    Algebra I

    The student analyzes attributes of quadratic functions and uses them to write quadratic equations to model real-world situations.

  • Exponential Functions

    Algebra I

    The student analyzes attributes of exponential functions and uses them to model real-world growth and decay situations.

  • Number and Algebraic Methods

    Algebra I

    The student applies the laws of exponents and properties of operations to simplify expressions and solve equations.

Algebra II
  • Functions and Their Graphs

    Algebra II

    The student analyzes the graphs of functions, including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric, and applies them to model situations.

  • Quadratic Functions and Equations

    Algebra II

    The student writes and solves quadratic equations and inequalities to represent real-world situations and uses the discriminant to analyze solutions.

  • Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

    Algebra II

    The student writes, evaluates, and graphs exponential and logarithmic functions, and uses them to model real-world situations such as compound interest and population growth.

  • Polynomial and Rational Expressions

    Algebra II

    The student performs operations with polynomial and rational expressions and solves polynomial and rational equations.

  • Systems and Matrices

    Algebra II

    The student writes and solves systems of three linear equations and uses matrices to organize and operate on real-world data.

  • Algebra II

    The student applies statistical concepts, including the normal distribution and confidence intervals, to make inferences about populations.

Geometry
  • Coordinate and Transformational Geometry

    Geometry

    The student uses the coordinate plane and rigid transformations to describe and solve problems involving two-dimensional figures.

  • Logical Argument and Constructions

    Geometry

    The student verifies geometric relationships using logical argument and accurate constructions.

  • Proof and Congruence

    Geometry

    The student proves and applies theorems about triangles, quadrilaterals, and other polygons to justify their properties.

  • Similarity, Proof, and Trigonometry

    Geometry

    The student applies similarity transformations and trigonometric ratios to solve problems involving right triangles.

  • Two- and Three-Dimensional Figures

    Geometry

    The student applies area, surface area, and volume formulas to two- and three-dimensional figures to solve problems.

  • Geometry

    The student applies properties of arcs, angles, segments, and tangents in circles to solve problems.

  • Geometry

    The student applies probability to compound events and uses geometric probability to solve real-world problems.

Assessments
The state tests students at this grade and subject take.
State Summative

STAAR EOC Algebra I

End-of-course exam taken at the completion of Algebra I, typically grade 8 or 9. Students must pass all five STAAR EOCs to graduate from a Texas public high school.

When given:
end-of-course
Frequency:
by course completion
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