What role do the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) play in lesson planning?

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) play a significant role in guiding instructional goals for educators. TEKS outlines the specific knowledge and skills that students are expected to acquire at each grade level and in each subject area. This framework helps teachers design their lessons and assessments to ensure they are aligned with state standards and adequately address the learning objectives that students need to achieve.

Using TEKS as a guide allows teachers to create lessons that not only meet state requirements but also cater to the diverse needs of students in their classrooms. While TEKS does provide a structure for what content should be taught, it does not dictate the exact methods or strategies teachers must use in their instruction. Therefore, the flexibility built into TEKS allows teachers to be innovative and responsive to their students while still working towards the same educational goals.