A student expectation is directly related to the knowledge and skills statement, is more specific about how students demonstrate their learning, and always begins with a verb. Student expectations are further broken down into their component parts, often referred to as “breakouts.”
Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.
S.6.10.B
model and describe the layers of Earth, including the inner core, outer core, mantle, and crust; and
EARTH.6.A
describe how impact accretion, gravitational compression, radioactive decay, and cooling differentiated proto-Earth into layers;
EARTH.7.B
apply relative dating methods, principles of stratigraphy, and index fossils to determine the chronological order of rock layers;
EARTH.8.B
develop a model of the physical, mechanical, and chemical composition of Earth's layers using evidence from Earth's magnetic field, the composition of meteorites, and seismic waves;
EARTH.8.D
describe how heat and rock composition affect density within Earth's interior and how density influences the development and motion of Earth's tectonic plates;
Recurring themes and concepts — Connections to the content
Recurring themes and concepts provide a connective structure for scientific ideas across disciplines. The connection(s) below show some ways that teachers can help students understand how the content they are learning fits into the broader understanding of science. These connections do not represent all possible connections that might be made but highlight some that are appropriate for this grade level.
Relationship between structure and function
A structure is an organized arrangement of particles, parts, or elements in a substance, body, or entity. A function is the purpose or reason for something to exist in a system. The function of a structure depends on the shapes of and relationships among its essential parts.
The composition (structure) of the inner and outer core generates Earth's magnetic field (function).
Cross-curricular Connections
The cross-curricular connections are designed to help educators make content connections between the science TEKS and math, English language arts and reading, social studies, and technology applications. The standards below illustrate alignment between grade level content areas which may help educators develop cross-curricular lessons. These connections do not represent all possible connections that might be made.
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English Language Arts and Reading
ELAR.6.5.H synthesize information to create new understanding