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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Math

Math.8.1.B use 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

Math.8.1.F analyze mathematical relationships to connect and communicate mathematical ideas

SS.8.29.C organize and interpret information from outlines, reports, databases, and visuals, including graphs, charts, timelines, and maps

SS.8.31.A use problem-solving and decision-making processes to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution

English Language Arts and Reading

ELAR.8.5.F make inferences and use evidence to support understanding

ELAR.8.5.G evaluate details read to determine key ideas

Technology Applications

TA.8.3.B discuss and implement a design process that includes planning, selecting digital tools to develop, test, and evaluate design limitations, and refining a prototype or model