TEKS Progression Chart English II Reporting Category 1 Reporting Category 2 Reporting Category 3 Reporting Category 4 Reporting Category 5 Reporting Category 6 Reading Writing Understanding and Analysis Across Genre Understanding and Analysis of Literary Text Understanding and Analysis of Informational Texts Composition Revision Editing TEKS 1st 9 Weeks 2nd 9 Weeks 3rd 9 Weeks 4th 9 Weeks Category Reading Comprehension Skills Figure 19A Reading Comprehension I R R R Tested in Inference Figure 19B Complex Inferences I R R R 1, 2, 3 Reading/Vocabulary Development 1A Determine the meaning of grade-level academic English words in multiple content areas I R R R 1 1B Analyze textual context to draw conclusions about the nuance in word meanings I R R R 1 1C Infer word meaning through analogies I R R R 1 1D Recognize and use knowledge of cognates in different languages and of word origins to determine meanings of words I R 1 1E Use a dictionary, a glossary, thesaurus , histories of language, books of quotations, and other related references as needed I R R R 1 Reading/Comprehension of Literary & Genre 2A Analyze the way in the theme or meaning of a selection represents a view of the human condition I R R R 1 2B Relate the characters and text structures of mythic, traditional, and classical literature to 20th and 21st century American novels, plays, or films I R R R 2 2C Relate the main found in a literary work to primary source documents from its historical and cultural setting I R R R 2 Reading/Comprehension of Literary Text/Poetry 3A Understand, make inferences, and draw conclusions about the structure & elements of poetry and provide evidence from text I R 2 Reading/Comprehension of Literary 4A Understand, make inferences, and draw conclusions the structure & elements of drama and provide evidence from text. I, R 2
14B Write a poem that reflects an awareness of poetic conventions and traditions within different forms (sonnets, ballads, free verse) I NT 14C Write a script with an explicit or implicit theme using a variety of literary techniques I NT Writing/Expository & Procedural Texts 15A Write an analytical essay of sufficient length that includes: 5 i Effective introductory & concluding paragraphs and a variety of sentence structures I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 5 ii Rhetorical devices & transitions between paragraphs I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Writing) 5 iii A thesis statement I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 5 iv A clear organizational scheme for conveying ideas I R (through Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 5 v Relevant and substantial evidence & details I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Writing) 5 vi Information on multiple relevant perspectives and a consideration of the validity, reliability, and relevance of primary and secondary sources I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 5 15B procedural or work-related documents that include: NT i A clearly stated purpose combined with a well-supported viewpoint on the I NT ii Appropriate formatting structures I NT iii Relevant questions that engage readers and consider their needs I NT iv Accurate technical information in accessible language v Appropriate organizational structures supported by facts and details 15C an interpretative response to an expository or a literary text that: i Extends beyond a summary and literal analysis I R (through Essay Writing) Tested in Essay Writing ii Addresses the writing skills for an analytical essay & provides evidence from the text using embedded quotations I R (through Essay Writing) Tested in Writing iii Analyzes the aesthetic effects of an author’s use of stylistic & rhetorical devices I R (through Essay Writing) Tested in Essay Writing 15D Produce a multimedia presentation with graphics, images, and sound that conveys a distinctive point of view & appeals to a specific audience. I NT Writing/Persuasive Texts
16 Write an argumentative essay to the appropriate audience that includes: 4, 5 16A A clear thesis statement based on logical reasons supported by precise and relevant evidence I R R 4, 5 16B Consideration of the range of information and views on the topic and accurate honest representation of those views I R R Tested through Persuasive 16C Counter-arguments based on evidence to anticipate and address objections I R R 5 16D An organizing structure appropriate to the purpose, audience, and context I R R 4, 5 16E An analysis of the relative of specific data, facts, and ideas I R R 4, 5 16F A range of appropriate appeals (descriptions, anecdotes, case studies, analogies, illustrations) I R R 5 Oral and Written Conventions/Conventions 17A Use and understand the function of the following parts of speech in the context of reading, writing, and speaking: 6 i More complex active and passive tenses and verbals (gerunds, infinitives, participles) I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 6 ii Restrictive and nonrestrictive relative clauses I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 6 iii Reciprocal pronouns I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Essay Writing) 6 B Identify & use the subjunctive mood to express doubt, wishes, and possibilities I NT C Use a variety of correctly structured sentences (compound, complex, compound-complex) I R (through Essay Writing) 6 Oral and Written Conventions/Handwriting, Capitalization, and Punctuation 18A Use conventions of capitalization I R R R 6 18B Use correct punctuation marks including: i Comma placement in nonrestrictive phrases, clauses, and contrasting expressions I R (through Essay Writing) R (through Writing) 6 ii Quotation marks to indicate sarcasm or irony I R (through Essay Writing) 6 iii Dashes to emphasize parenthetical information I NT Oral and Written Conventions/Spelling 19 Students spell correctly, including using various resources to determine or check correct spellings. I R R R 6 Research/Research Plan 20A Brainstorm, consult with others, decide upon a topic, and formulate a major research question to address the major research topic I NT
20B Formulate a plan for engaging in research on a complex, multi-faceted topic I NT Research/Gathering Sources 21A Follow the research plan to compile data from authoritative sources in a manner that identifies the issues and debates within the field of inquiry I R R R Tested through SAs 21B Organize information gathered from multiple sources to create a variety of graphics and forms I R R R Tested through SAs 21C Paraphrase, summarize, quote, and accurately cite all researched information according to a standard format I R R R Tested through SAs Research/Synthesizing Information 22A Modify the major research question as necessary to refocus the research plan I NT 22B Evaluate the relevance of information to the topic and determine the reliability, validity, and accuracy of sources by examining their authority and objectivity I NT 22C Critique the research process at each step to implement changes as the need occurs and is identified I NT Research/Organizing and Presenting Ideas 23A Marshals evidence in support of a clear thesis statement and related claims I R R R Tested through SAs 23B Provides an analysis for the audience that reflects a logical progression of and a clearly stated point of view I R R R Tested through SAs 23C Uses graphics and illustrations to help explain concepts appropriate I R R R Tested through SAs 23D Uses a variety of evaluative to examine quality of the research I R R R Tested through SAs 23E Uses a style manual to document sources and format written materials I R R R Tested through SAs Listening and Speaking/Listening 24A Listen responsively to a speaker by taking notes that summarize, synthesize, or highlight the speaker’s ideas for critical reflection and by asking questions related to the content for clarification and elaboration I NT 24B Follow and give complex oral instructions to perform specific answer questions, solve problems, and complete processes I NT 24C Evaluate how the style and structure of a speech support or undermine its purpose or meaning I NT Listening and Speaking/Speaking