Independent Study in English
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
The student inquires through reading literature and researching self-selected and assigned topics (1)
Read widely for further study.
Generate relevant, interesting, and researchable questions with instructor guidance and approval.
Draw relevant questions for further study from the research findings or conclusions.
The student uses writing as a tool for learning and research (2)
Produce research projects and reports in multiple forms for a variety of audiences from primary and secondary sources using available technology.
Conduct a research project(s), producing an original work in print or another medium with a demonstration of advanced skill.
Use writing to organize and support what is known and needs to be learned about a topic, including discovering, recording, reviewing, and learning.
Compile written ideas and representations; interpret information into reports, summaries, or other formats; and draw conclusions.
Use writing as a tool such as to reflect, explore, or problem solve.