TEKS+and+AASL

[|TEKS] (3) History. The student understands the causes and effects of the Texas Revolution, the Republic of Texas, and the annexation of Texas to the United States. The student is expected to:

(A) analyze the causes, major events, and effects of the Texas Revolution, including the battles of the Alamo and San Jacinto;

(B) describe the successes and problems of the Republic of Texas;

(C) explain the events that led to the annexation of Texas to the United States;

(D) explain the impact of the Mexican War on Texas; and

(E) identify leaders important to the founding of Texas as a republic and state, including Sam Houston, Mirabeau Lamar, and Anson Jones.

(23) Social studies skills. The student communicates in written, oral, and visual forms. The student is expected to:

(D) create written and visual material such as journal entries, reports, graphic organizers, outlines, and bibliographies; and
(E) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation.

(8) **Solving problems.** The student uses research skills and electronic communication, with appropriate supervision, to create new knowledge. The student is expected to:

(A) use communication tools to participate in group projects;

(B) use interactive technology environments, such as simulations, electronic science or mathematics laboratories, virtual museum field trips, or on-line interactive lessons, to manipulate information; and



**4.1 Skills** 4.1.1 Read, view, and listen for pleasure and personal growth.

**4.1.3** Respond to literature and creative expressions of ideas in various formats and genres.

**4.1.7** Use social networks and information tools to gather and share information.

**4.3 Responsibilities** **4.3.1** Participate in the social exchange of ideas, both electronically and in person.

**4.3.4** Practice safe and ethical behaviors in personal electronic communication and interaction. **4.4.6** Evaluate own ability to select resources that are engaging and appropriate for personal interests and needs.
 * 4.4 Self-Assessment Strategies**