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Scientific Inquiry and Processes (Domain I)Partially covered
SMR I.001 · The teacher understands how to select and manage learning activities to ensure the safety of all students and the correct use and care of organisms, natural resources, materials, equipment and technologies.180 questions · 19 materials · 93 cards · 4 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Uses current sources of information about laboratory safety, including safety regulations and guidelines for the use of science facilities. | S.Safety Rules | Covered | 27 | 1 | 2 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (27 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Recognizes potential safety hazards in the laboratory and in the field and knows how to apply procedures, including basic first aid, for responding to accidents. | S.Emergency Procedures; S.Safety Icons | Covered | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (10 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Employs safe practices in planning, implementing and managing all instructional activities and designs and implements rules and procedures to maintain a safe learning environment. | S.Safety Rules | Covered | 27 | 1 | 2 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (27 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Understands procedures for selecting, maintaining and safely using chemicals, tools, technologies, materials, specimens and equipment, including procedures for the recycling, reuse and conservation of laboratory resources and for the safe handling and ethical treatment of organisms. | S.Safety Rules; S.Proper Handling - Chemicals; S.Microscopes | Covered | 38 | 3 | 10 | 1 | Covered by 3 topics (38 questions, 3 materials, 10 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Knows how to use appropriate equipment and technology (e.g., Internet, spread-sheet, calculator) for gathering, organizing, displaying and communicating data in a variety of ways (e.g., charts, tables, graphs, diagrams, maps, satellite images, written reports, oral presentations). | S.Best Chart for the Data; S.Read Scientific Publication | Covered | 16 | 2 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (16 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Understands how to use a variety of tools, techniques and technology to gather, organize and analyze data; how to perform calculations; and how to apply appropriate methods of statistical measures and analyses. | S.Best Chart for the Data; S.Read Scientific Publication; M.Boxplots; S.Measures of Center and Range; S.Proper Tool Use; S.Various Tools | Covered | 42 | 6 | 20 | 1 | Covered by 6 topics (42 questions, 6 materials, 20 cards, 1 videos). |
| G. Knows how to apply techniques to calibrate measuring devices and understands concepts of precision, accuracy and error with regard to reading and recording numerical data from scientific instruments(e.g., significant figures). | S.Precision vs Accuracy; S.Error In Measurements; S.Significant Figures; S.Choose Appropriate Equipment - Advanced | Covered | 41 | 4 | 56 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (41 questions, 4 materials, 56 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Uses the International System of Units (i.e., metric system) and performs unit conversions within and across measurement systems. | M.Converting Units - Proportional Reasoning; S.Celestial Distance; S.Metric System; S.Converting Units - Dimensional Analysis | Covered | 49 | 4 | 9 | 2 | Covered by 4 topics (49 questions, 4 materials, 9 cards, 2 videos). |
SMR I.002 · The teacher understands the nature of science, the process of scientific inquiry and the unifying concepts that are common to all sciences.204 questions · 18 materials · 49 cards · 4 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the nature of science, the relationship between science and technology, the predictive power of science and limitations to the scope of science (i.e., the types of questions that science can and cannot answer). | S.Nature of Science; S.Limits of Science; S.Scientific Method | Covered | 36 | 3 | 14 | 1 | Covered by 3 topics (36 questions, 3 materials, 14 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Knows the characteristics of various types of scientific investigations (e.g., descriptive studies, controlled experiments, comparative data analysis) and how and why scientists use different types of scientific investigations. | S.Experimental Investigations; S.Non-Experimental Investigations; S.Non-Experimental Investigations - Advanced; S.Variety of Methods Across Science | Covered | 37 | 3 | 11 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (37 questions, 3 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Understands principles and procedures for designing and conducting a variety of scientific investigations — with emphasis on inquiry-based investigations — and how to communicate and defend scientific results. | S.Experimental Investigations | Covered | 25 | 1 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Understands how logical reasoning, verifiable observational and experimental evidence and peer review are used in the process of generating and evaluating scientific knowledge. | S.Repeatability | Covered | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands how to identify potential sources of error in an investigation, evaluate the validity of scientific data and develop and analyze different explanations for a given scientific result. | S.Error In Measurements; S.Proper Data Analysis | Covered | 20 | 2 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (20 questions, 2 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Knows the characteristics and general features of systems; how properties and patterns of systems can be described in terms of space, time, energy and matter; and how system components and different systems interact. | S.Properties of Systems; S.Change In Systems; S.Interdisciplinary Connections | Covered | 41 | 3 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (41 questions, 3 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Knows how to apply and analyze the systems model (e.g., interacting parts, boundaries, input, output, feedback, subsystems) across the science disciplines. | S.Systems Model | Covered | 12 | 1 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
| H. Understands how shared themes and concepts (e.g., systems, order and organization; evidence, models and explanation; change, constancy and measurements; evolution and equilibrium; and form and function) provide a unifying framework in science. | S.Form and Function; S.Change, Constancy, and Measurements; S.Evidence, Models, and Explanation | Covered | 35 | 3 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (35 questions, 3 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| I. Understands the difference between a theory and a hypothesis, how models are used to represent the natural world and how to evaluate the strengths and limitations of a variety of scientific models (e.g., physical, conceptual, mathematical). | S.Prediction, Explanation, Theory, Fact; S.Observation vs Inference | Covered | 10 | 2 | 8 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (10 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR I.003 · The teacher understands the history of science, how science impacts the daily lives of students and how science interacts with and influences personal and societal decisions.131 questions · 14 materials · 82 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the historical development of science, key events in the history of science and the contributions that diverse cultures and individuals of both genders have made to scientific knowledge. | S.Key History of Science; S.Diversity in Science History | Covered | 22 | 2 | 60 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (22 questions, 2 materials, 60 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Knows how to use examples from the history of science to demonstrate the changing nature of scientific theories and knowledge (i.e., that scientific theories and knowledge are always subject to revision in light of new evidence). | S.Famous Experiments | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| C. Knows that science is a human endeavor influenced by societal, cultural and personal views of the world, and knows that decisions about the use and direction of science are based on factors such as ethical standards, economics and personal and societal biases and needs. | S.Ethics | Covered | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Understands the application of scientific ethics to the conducting, analyzing and publishing of scientific investigations. | S.Ethics and Publishing | Partially covered | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Applies scientific principles to analyze factors (e.g., diet, exercise, personal behavior) that influence personal and societal choices concerning fitness and health (e.g., physiological and psycho-logical effects and risks associated with the use of substances and substance abuse). | S.Healthy and Unhealthy Lifestyles | Covered | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Applies scientific principles, the theory of probability and risk/benefit analysis to analyze the advantages of, disadvantages of or alternatives to a given decision or course of action. | S.Decision Making | Covered | 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands the role science can play in helping resolve personal, societal and global issues (e.g., recycling, population growth, disease prevention, resource use, evaluating product claims). | S.Ethics and Regulation; S.Renewable vs Nonrenewable; S.Green Energy Technology; S.Human Influences on Climate; S.Global Warming; S.Ozone Depletion; S.Human Impact on Ecosystems | Covered | 68 | 7 | 20 | 1 | Covered by 7 topics (68 questions, 7 materials, 20 cards, 1 videos). |
Physics (Domain II)Partially covered
SMR II.004 · The teacher understands the description of motion in one and two dimensions.68 questions · 8 materials · 21 cards · 2 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Generates, analyzes and interprets graphs describing the motion of a particle. | S.Motion Terms; S.Motion Graphs | Covered | 38 | 2 | 11 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (38 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 2 videos). |
| B. Applies vector concepts to displacement, velocity and acceleration in order to analyze and describe the motion of a particle. | S.Linear Motion Calculations; S.Projectile Motion | Covered | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Solves problems involving uniform and accelerated motion using scalar (e.g., speed) and vector (e.g., velocity) quantities. | S.Linear Motion Calculations; S.Centripetal Force | Covered | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (13 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Analyzes and solves problems involving projectile motion. | S.Projectile Motion | Covered | 8 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Analyzes and solves problems involving uniform circular and rotary motion. | S.Circular and Rotary Motion | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| F. Understands motion of fluids. | S.Fluids - Motion Laws | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| G. Understands motion in terms of frames of reference and relativity concepts. | S.Special Relativity | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
SMR II.005 · The teacher understands the laws of motion.38 questions · 9 materials · 12 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Identifies and analyzes the forces acting in a given situation and constructs a free-body diagram. | S.Newton's First Law; S.Newton's Second Law; S.Newton's Third Law; S.Periodic Motion | Covered | 17 | 4 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (17 questions, 4 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Solves problems involving the vector nature of force (e.g., resolving forces into components, analyzing static or dynamic equilibrium of a particle). | S.Torque; S.Force Vectors and Diagrams - Solving | Covered | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (8 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Identifies and applies Newton’s laws to analyze and solve a variety of practical problems (e.g., properties of frictional forces, acceleration of a particle on an inclined plane, displacement of a mass on a spring, forces on a pendulum). | S.Newton's First Law; S.Newton's Second Law; S.Newton's Third Law; S.Newton's Laws Applied - Friction; S.Newton's Laws Applied - Pendulums; S.Newton's Laws Applied - Springs | Covered | 27 | 6 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 6 topics (27 questions, 6 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.006 · The teacher understands the concepts of gravitational and electromagnetic forces in nature.103 questions · 14 materials · 28 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Applies the law of universal gravitation to solve a variety of problems (e.g., determining the gravitational fields of the planets, analyzing properties of satellite orbits). | S.Gravity; S.Gravity Advanced; S.Gravity Applied | Covered | 27 | 3 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (27 questions, 3 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Calculates electrostatic forces, fields and potentials. | S.Electrostatic Forces; S.Electrostatic Fields & Potentials | Covered | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (12 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Understands the properties of magnetic materials and the molecular theory of magnetism. | S.Magnetic Materials; S.Magnetism Types; S.Magnetic Forces and Fields | Covered | 22 | 3 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (22 questions, 3 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Identifies the source of the magnetic field and calculates the magnetic field for various simple current distributions. | S.Calculating Magnetic Field from Current | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Analyzes the magnetic force on charged particles and current-carrying conductors. | S.Calculating Magnetic Force on Charges | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| F. Understands induced electric and magnetic fields and analyzes the relationship between electricity and magnetism. | S.Electricity and Magnetism; S.Electromagnetic Induction | Covered | 27 | 2 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (27 questions, 2 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands the electromagnetic spectrum and the production of electromagnetic waves. | S.Electromagnetic Spectrum; S.Electromagnetic Waves | Covered | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.007 · The teacher understands applications of electricity and magnetism.65 questions · 11 materials · 36 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Analyzes common examples of electrostatics (e.g., a charged balloon attached to a wall, behavior of an electroscope, charging by induction). | S.Electrostatic Examples | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| B. Understands electric current, resistance and resistivity, potential difference, capacitance and electromotive force in conductors and circuits. | S.Circuits; S.Resistance and Resistivity; S.Capacitance; S.EMF; S.Ohms law | Covered | 28 | 5 | 16 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (28 questions, 5 materials, 16 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Analyzes series and parallel DC circuits in terms of current, resistance, voltage and power. | S.Series and Parallel | Covered | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Identifies basic components and characteristics of AC circuits. | S.Currents - DC vs AC | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Understands the operation of an electromagnet. | S.Electromagnets | Covered | 8 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Understands the operation of electric meters, motors, generators and transformers. | S.Types of Voltage Sources; S.Transformers | Covered | 9 | 2 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (9 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.008 · The teacher understands the conservation of energy and momentum.30 questions · 3 materials · 10 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands the concept of work. | S.Work, Energy, Power - Calculations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Understands the relationships among work, energy and power. | S.Work, Energy, Power - Calculations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Solves problems using the conservation of mechanical energy in a physical system (e.g., determining potential energy for conservative forces, conversion of potential to kinetic energy, analyzing the motion of a pendulum). | S.Conservation of Energy Calculations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Applies the work-energy theorem to analyze and solve a variety of practical problems (e.g., finding the speed of an object given its potential energy, determining the work done by frictional forces on a decelerating car). | S.Work-energy Theorem | Partially covered | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 0 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Understands linear and angular momentum. | S.Momentum | Covered | 14 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Solves a variety of problems (e.g., collisions) using the conservation of linear and angular momentum. | S.Momentum | Covered | 14 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.009 · The teacher understands the laws of thermodynamics.91 questions · 9 materials · 31 cards · 2 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands methods of heat transfer (i.e., convection, conduction, radiation). | S.Conduction, Convection, and Radiation | Covered | 17 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Understands the molecular interpretation of temperature and heat. | S.Types of Energy; S.Heat vs Temperature; S.Kinetic Molecular Theory of Matter; S.Kinetic Molecular Theory of Matter - Arrhenius | Covered | 48 | 4 | 13 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (48 questions, 4 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Solves problems involving thermal expansion, heat capacity and the relationship between heat and other forms of energy. | S.Thermal Expansion; S.Applications of Conservation of Energy | Covered | 12 | 2 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (12 questions, 2 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Applies the first law of thermodynamics to analyze energy transformations in a variety of everyday situations (e.g., electric light bulb, power-generating plant). | S.Laws of Thermodynamics | Covered | 8 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands the concept of entropy and its relationship to the second law of thermodynamics. | S.Laws of Thermodynamics; S.Entropy | Covered | 14 | 2 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.010 · The teacher understands the characteristics and behavior of waves.126 questions · 13 materials · 74 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands interrelationships among wave characteristics such as velocity, frequency, wavelength and amplitude and relates them to properties of sound and light (e.g., pitch, color). | S.Properties of Waves; S.Sound; S.Doppler Effect; S.Light | Covered | 68 | 4 | 27 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (68 questions, 4 materials, 27 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Compares and contrasts transverse and longitudinal waves. | S.Properties of Waves | Covered | 18 | 1 | 13 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Describes how various waves are propagated through different media. | S.Properties of Waves | Covered | 18 | 1 | 13 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Applies properties of reflection and refraction to analyze optical phenomena (e.g., mirrors, lenses, fiber-optic cable). | S.Applications of Waves - Optical Technologies | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Applies principles of wave interference to analyze wave phenomena, including acoustical (e.g., harmonics) and optical phenomena (e.g., patterns created by thin films and diffraction gratings). | S.Resonance; S.Reflection and Refraction; S.Refraction Indexes; S.Mirrors; S.Interference, scattering, and polarization; S.Light Interference Patterns; S.Applications of Waves - Harmonics | Covered | 50 | 7 | 40 | 0 | Covered by 7 topics (50 questions, 7 materials, 40 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Identifies and interprets how wave characteristics and behaviors are used in medical, industrial and other real-world applications. | S.Applications of Waves - Medical Technologies | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
SMR II.011 · The teacher understands the fundamental concepts of quantum physics.17 questions · 4 materials · 15 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Interprets wave-particle duality. | S.Dual Nature of Light | Covered | 5 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Identifies examples and consequences of the uncertainty principle. | S.Uncertainty Principle | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| C. Understands the photoelectric effect. | S.Dual Nature of Light | Covered | 5 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Uses the quantum model of the atom to describe and analyze absorption and emission spectra (e.g., line spectra, blackbody radiation). | S.Light Spectra | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Explores real-world applications of quantum phenomena (e.g., lasers, photoelectric sensors, semiconductors, superconductivity). | S.Quantum Applications | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
Chemistry (Domain III)Partially covered
SMR III.012 · The teacher understands the characteristics of matter and atomic structure.197 questions · 18 materials · 105 cards · 9 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Differentiates between physical and chemical properties and changes of matter. | S.Physical Properties; S.Chemical Properties; S.Applications of Physical and Chemical Properties; S.Chemical vs Physical Changes | Covered | 45 | 4 | 43 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (45 questions, 4 materials, 43 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Explains the structure and properties of solids, liquids and gases. | S.States of Matter; S.Phase Changes | Covered | 31 | 2 | 10 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (31 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 2 videos). |
| C. Identifies and analyzes properties of substances (i.e., elements and compounds) and mixtures. | S.Elements and Compounds; S.Electrical Conductor vs Insulator; S.Thermal Conductor vs Insulator; S.Mixtures and Solutions | Covered | 36 | 4 | 16 | 3 | Covered by 4 topics (36 questions, 4 materials, 16 cards, 3 videos). |
| D. Models the atom in terms of protons, neutrons and electron clouds. | S.Parts of an Atom; S.Atomic Models; S.Periodic Table | Covered | 24 | 3 | 28 | 2 | Covered by 3 topics (24 questions, 3 materials, 28 cards, 2 videos). |
| E. Identifies elements and isotopes by atomic number and mass number and calculates average atomic mass of an element. | S.Periodic Table; S.Mass Number Calculation | Covered | 22 | 2 | 18 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (22 questions, 2 materials, 18 cards, 1 videos). |
| F. Understands atomic orbitals and electron configurations and describes the relationship between electron energy levels and atomic structure. | S.Electron Arrangements | Covered | 9 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands the nature and historical significance of the periodic table. | S.Periodic Table - History of Development | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| H. Applies the concept of periodicity to predict the physical properties (e.g., atomic and ionic radii) and chemical properties (e.g., electronegativity, ionization energy) of an element. | S.Periodic Table and Physical Properties; S.Periodic Table and Chemical Properties | Covered | 32 | 2 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (32 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.013 · The teacher understands the properties of gases.34 questions · 4 materials · 8 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Understands interrelationships among temperature, number of moles, pressure and volume of gases contained within a closed system. | S.Gas Laws; S.Stoichiometry of Gasses | Covered | 21 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (21 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Analyzes data obtained from investigations with gases in a closed system and determines whether the data are consistent with the ideal gas law. | S.Gas Laws | Covered | 14 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Applies the gas laws (e.g., Charles’s law, Boyle’s law, combined gas law) to describe and calculate gas properties in a variety of situations. | S.Gas Laws | Covered | 14 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Applies Dalton’s law of partial pressure in various situations (e.g., collecting a gas over water). | S.Partial Pressures | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Understands the relationship between kinetic molecular theory and the ideal gas law. | S.Kinetic Molecular Theory and Gas Laws | Covered | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Knows how to apply the ideal gas law to analyze mass relationships between reactants and products in chemical reactions involving gases. | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR III.014 · The teacher understands properties and characteristics of ionic and covalent bonds.85 questions · 9 materials · 39 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Relates the electron configuration of an atom to its chemical reactivity. | S.Periodic Table and Chemical Properties | Covered | 21 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (21 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Compares and contrasts characteristics of ionic and covalent bonds. | S.Types of Bonds; S.Single, Double, Triple Bonds | Covered | 25 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (25 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Applies the octet rule to construct Lewis structures. | S.Lewis Dot Structure | Partially covered | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| D. Identifies and describes the arrangement of atoms in molecules, ionic crystals, polymers and metallic substances. | S.Types of Bonds; S.Molecular Structure of Materials Affecting Physical Properties | Covered | 24 | 2 | 21 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (24 questions, 2 materials, 21 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands the influence of bonding forces on the physical and chemical properties of ionic and covalent substances. | S.Types of Bonds | Covered | 18 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Identifies and describes intermolecular and intramolecular forces. | S.Types of Bonds; S.Lewis Dot Structure; S.Hydrogen Bonds | Covered | 32 | 3 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (32 questions, 3 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Uses intermolecular forces to explain the physical properties of a given substance (e.g., melting point, crystal structure). | S.Molecular Structure of Materials Affecting Physical Properties | Covered | 6 | 1 | 19 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 19 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Applies the concepts of electronegativity, electron affinity and oxidation state to analyze chemical bonds. | S.Molecular Bonding - Polarity | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| I. Evaluates energy changes in the formation and dissociation of chemical bonds. | S.Bond Energy | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| J. Understands the relationship between chemical bonding and molecular geometry. | S.Molecular Geometry | Covered | 9 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.015 · The teacher understands and interprets chemical equations and chemical reactions.120 questions · 14 materials · 58 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Identifies elements, common ions and compounds using scientific nomenclature. | S.Naming Basic Chemicals; S.Nomenclature | Covered | 21 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (21 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Uses and interprets symbols, formulas and equations in describing interactions of matter and energy in chemical reactions. | S.Types of Reactions; S.Chemical Equations | Covered | 17 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Understands mass relationships involving percent composition, empirical formulas and molecular formulas. | S.Chemical Formulas; S.Advanced Chemical Formulas | Covered | 18 | 2 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (18 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Interprets and balances chemical equations using conservation of mass and charge. | S.Balancing Chemical Reactions | Covered | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands mass relationships in chemical equations and solves problems using calculations involving moles, limiting reagents and reaction yield. | S.Stoichiometry; S.Stoichiometry - Limiting Reagents and Reaction Yield | Covered | 18 | 2 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (18 questions, 2 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Identifies factors (e.g., temperature, pressure, concentration, catalysts) that influence the rate of a chemical reaction and describes their effects. | S.Reaction Rates; S.Reaction Rates - Rate Law | Covered | 11 | 2 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands principles of chemical equilibrium and solves problems involving equilibrium constants. | S.Equilibrium; S.Calculating Equilibrium Constants | Covered | 15 | 2 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (15 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Identifies the chemical properties of a variety of common household chemicals (e.g., baking soda, bleach, ammonia) in order to predict the potential for chemical reactivity. | S.Chemical Reactions in Real Life | Covered | 6 | 1 | 22 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 22 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.016 · The teacher understands types and properties of solutions.80 questions · 11 materials · 53 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Analyzes factors that affect solubility (e.g., temperature, pressure, polarity of solvents and solutes) and rate of dissolution (e.g., surface area, agitation). | S.Solubility; S.Ionic Dissolution | Covered | 17 | 2 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Identifies characteristics of saturated, unsaturated and supersaturated solutions. | S.Types of Solutions | Covered | 6 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Determines the molarity, molality, normality and percent composition of aqueous solutions. | S.Molarity; S.Percent Composition; S.Molality and Normality | Covered | 16 | 3 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (16 questions, 3 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Analyzes precipitation reactions and derives net ionic equations. | S.Precipitation Reactions | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Understands the colligative properties of solutions (e.g., vapor pressure lowering, osmotic pressure changes, boiling-point elevation, freezing-point depression). | S.Colligative Properties of Solutions | Covered | 5 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Understands the properties of electrolytes and explains the relationship between concentration and electrical conductivity. | S.Electrolytes | Covered | 11 | 1 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Understands methods for measuring and comparing the rates of reaction in solutions of varying concentration. | S.Reaction Rates | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| H. Analyzes models to explain the structural properties of water and evaluates the significance of water as a solvent in living organisms and the environment. | S.Properties of Water | Covered | 14 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.017 · The teacher understands energy transformations that occur in physical and chemical processes.42 questions · 5 materials · 22 cards · 1 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Analyzes the energy transformations that occur in phase transitions. | S.Phase Diagrams | Covered | 6 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Solves problems in calorimetry (e.g., determining the specific heat of a substance, finding the standard enthalpy of formation and reaction of substances). | S.Enthalpy; S.Calculations with Specific Heat | Covered | 17 | 2 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (17 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Applies the law of conservation of energy to analyze and evaluate energy exchanges that occur in exothermic and endothermic reactions. | S.Endothermic vs Exothermic | Covered | 12 | 1 | 3 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Understands thermodynamic relationships among spontaneous reactions, entropy, enthalpy, temperature and Gibbs free energy. | S.Spontaneity | Covered | 7 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.018 · The teacher understands nuclear fission, nuclear fusion and nuclear reactions.47 questions · 7 materials · 14 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Uses models to explain radioactivity and radioactive decay (i.e., alpha, beta, gamma). | S.Radioactivity | Covered | 14 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Interprets and balances equations for nuclear reactions. | S.Balancing Nuclear Equations | Covered | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Compares and contrasts fission and fusion reactions (e.g., relative energy released in the reactions, mass distribution of products). | S.Fission; S.Fusion | Partially covered | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 2 topics (6 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| D. Knows how to use the half-life of radioactive elements to solve real-world problems (e.g., carbon dating, radioactive tracers). | S.Half-life Calculations; S.Applications of Radioactivity | Covered | 15 | 2 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (15 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands stable and unstable isotopes. | S.Stable/Unstable Isotopes | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| F. Knows various issues associated with using nuclear energy (e.g., medical, commercial, environmental). | S.Fission; S.Fusion; S.Applications of Radioactivity | Covered | 11 | 3 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (11 questions, 3 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.019 · The teacher understands oxidation and reduction reactions.35 questions · 5 materials · 12 cards · 0 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Determines the oxidation state of ions and atoms in compounds. | S.Oxidation Number Examples | Covered | 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Identifies and balances oxidation and reduction reactions. | S.Redox Reactions | Partially covered | 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| C. Uses reduction potentials to determine whether a redox reaction will occur spontaneously. | S.Reduction Potentials | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| D. Explains the operation and applications of electrochemical cells. | S.Types of Voltage Sources | Partially covered | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Analyzes applications of oxidation and reduction reactions from everyday life (e.g., combustion, rusting, electroplating, batteries). | S.Redox Reactions - Applications | Covered | 7 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.020 · The teacher understands acids, bases and their reactions.74 questions · 9 materials · 25 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Identifies the general properties of, and relationships among, acids, bases and salts. | S.Acid/Base Classifications | Covered | 10 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Identifies acids and bases by using models of Arrhenius, Brønsted-Lowry and Lewis. | S.Acid/Base Classifications | Covered | 10 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Differentiates between strong and weak acids and bases. | S.pH; S.pH and Ka values | Covered | 27 | 2 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (27 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Applies the relationship between hydronium ion concentration and pH for acids and bases. | S.pH; S.pH and Ion Concentrations | Covered | 26 | 2 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (26 questions, 2 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Understands and analyzes acid-base equilibria and buffers. | S.Buffers | Covered | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Analyzes and applies the principles of acid-base titration. | S.Acid/Base Titrations | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| G. Analyzes neutralization reactions based on the principles of solution concentration and stoichiometry. | S.pH to Molarity; S.Neutralization | Covered | 11 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Describes the effects of acids and bases in the real world (e.g., acid precipitation, physiological buffering). | S.Buffers; S.Acid Rain | Covered | 13 | 2 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (13 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
Science Learning, Instruction and Assessment (Domain IV)Partially covered
SMR IV.021 · The teacher understands research-based theoretical and practical knowledge about teaching science, how students learn science and the role of scientific inquiry in science instruction.119 questions · 14 materials · 53 cards · 1 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Knows research-based theories about how students develop scientific understanding and how developmental characteristics, prior knowledge, experience and attitudes of students influence science learning. | S.Differentiation | Partially covered | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| B. Understands the importance of respecting student diversity by planning activities that are inclusive and selecting and adapting science curricula, content, instructional materials and activities to meet the interests, knowledge, understanding, abilities, possible career paths and experiences of all students, including English-language learners. | S.ELL; S.Diversity | Covered | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (9 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Knows how to plan and implement strategies to encourage student self- motivation and engagement in their own learning (e.g., linking inquiry- based investigations to students’ prior knowledge, focusing inquiry-based instruction on issues relevant to students, developing instructional materials using situations from students’ daily lives, fostering collaboration among students). | S.Engagement | Covered | 11 | 1 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Knows how to use a variety of instructional strategies to ensure all students comprehend content-related texts, including how to locate, retrieve and retain information from a range of texts and technologies. | ELA.Cross-Curricular Applications - Academic Vocabulary (Science); ELA.Cross-Curricular Applications - Reading Comprehension (Science) | Covered | 16 | 2 | 27 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (16 questions, 2 materials, 27 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Understands the science teacher’s role in developing the total school program by planning and implementing science instruction that incorporates school-wide objectives and the statewide curriculum as defined in the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). | S.Schoolwide Science TEKS | Partially covered | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| F. Knows how to design and manage the learning environment (e.g., individual, small-group, whole-class settings) to focus and support student inquiries and to provide the time, space and resources for all students to participate in field, laboratory, experimental and nonexperimental scientific investigation. | S.Active Learning; S.Inquiry; S.Prelab Teaching Activities; S.Technology for Real-World Applications | Covered | 46 | 4 | 10 | 1 | Covered by 4 topics (46 questions, 4 materials, 10 cards, 1 videos). |
| G. Understands the rationale for using active learning and inquiry methods in science instruction and how to model scientific attitudes such as curiosity, openness to new ideas and skepticism. | S.Active Learning; S.Inquiry | Covered | 34 | 2 | 10 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (34 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 1 videos). |
| H. Knows principles and procedures for designing and conducting an inquiry-based scientific investigation (e.g., making observations; generating questions; researching and reviewing current knowledge in light of existing evidence; choosing tools to gather and analyze evidence; proposing answers, explanations and predictions; communicating and defending results). | S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 17 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| I. Knows how to assist students with generating, refining, focusing and testing scientific questions and hypotheses. | S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 17 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| J. Knows strategies for assisting students in learning to identify, refine and focus scientific ideas and questions guiding an inquiry-based scientific investigation; to develop, analyze and evaluate different explanations for a given scientific result; and to identify potential sources of error in an inquiry-based scientific investigation. | S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 17 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| K. Understands how to implement inquiry strategies designed to promote the use of higher-level thinking skills, logical reasoning and scientific problem solving in order to move students from concrete to more abstract understanding. | S.Critical Thinking; S.Activities For Critical Thinking; S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 31 | 3 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (31 questions, 3 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| L. Knows how to guide students in making systematic observations and measurements. | S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 17 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
| M. Knows how to sequence learning activities in a way that uncovers common misconceptions, allows students to build upon their prior knowledge and challenges them to expand their understanding of science. | S.Activities for Inquiry - Secondary | Covered | 17 | 1 | 12 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR IV.022 · The teacher knows how to monitor and assess science learning in laboratory, field and classroom settings.74 questions · 5 materials · 19 cards · 3 videosPartially covered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Knows how to use formal and informal assessments of student performance and products (e.g., projects, laboratory and field journals, rubrics, portfolios, student profiles, checklists) to evaluate student participation in and under-standing of inquiry-based scientific investigations. | S.Assessment and Instruction - Science | Covered | 42 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (42 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Understands the relationship between assessment and instruction in the science curriculum (e.g., designing assessments to match learning objectives, using assessment results to inform instructional practice). | S.Assessment and Instruction - Science | Covered | 42 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (42 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Knows the importance of monitoring and assessing students’ understanding of science concepts and skills on an ongoing basis by using a variety of appropriate assessment methods (e.g., performance assessment, self-assessment, peer assessment, formal/informal assessment). | S.Differentiation; S.Assessment and Instruction - Science; S.Rubrics in Assessment | Covered | 55 | 3 | 11 | 1 | Covered by 3 topics (55 questions, 3 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Understands the purposes, characteristics and uses of various types of assessment in science, including formative and summative assessments, and the importance of limiting the use of an assessment to its intended purpose. | S.Assessment and Instruction - Science | Covered | 42 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (42 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Understands strategies for assessing students’ prior knowledge and misconceptions about science and how to use those assessments to develop effective ways to address the misconceptions. | S.Misconceptions | Covered | 14 | 1 | 2 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos). |
| F. Understands characteristics of assessments, such as reliability, validity and the absence of bias, in order to evaluate assessment instruments and their results. | S.Fair Assessment | Covered | 5 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| G. Understands the role of assessment as a learning experience for students and strategies for engaging students in meaningful self-assessment. | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| H. Recognizes the importance of selecting assessment instruments and methods that provide all students with adequate opportunities to demonstrate their achievements. | S.Assessment and Instruction - Science | Covered | 42 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (42 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| I. Recognizes the importance of clarifying teacher expectations by sharing evaluation criteria and assessment results with students. | S.Rubrics in Assessment | Partially covered | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
How 240 Creates The TExES Physical Science 6-12 (237) Study Guide
Every 240 study guide starts with the official exam framework. From there, we organize lessons, practice, and study tools around the categories the exam uses to measure candidate knowledge.
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Map the tested categories
We map every major area the exam is designed to cover so the guide reflects the real structure of the test.
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Why 240 Is Better Than Other Generic Study Guides
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Generic prep
- Covers broad subject areas without structure
- No clear connection to the official exam framework
- Practice questions may not reflect the real test format
- May not update when official standards change
- Can be helpful for quick, broad review
240 test-aligned TExES 237 prep
- Every lesson maps to an official domain or competency
- Built directly from the official exam framework
- Practice questions aligned to what the exam actually measures
- A clear study path by tested category
- Study smarter and enter test day more prepared
FAQs About the TExES Physical Science 6-12 Study Guide
The questions teacher candidates ask us most often about the TExES Physical Science 6-12 study guide.
Is 240 a good study guide for TExES Physical Science 6-12?
240 is a strong option because the guide is built around the official exam framework and shows detailed alignment by SMR and competency.
How closely does 240 align to the TExES 237 exam?
This guide is 89% aligned based on a competency-by-competency review of the official framework and the study resources included in the guide.
Does 240 cover every competency?
This page shows coverage transparently across covered, partially covered, and identified gaps so candidates can see exactly how the guide maps to the exam.
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Partially covered means the guide addresses the core parts of a competency, but some depth or subtopics may still be limited.