The TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills)

"The Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) is state-created standardized achievement test used to measure the content knowledge of Texas public school students.  Generally administered in Texas schools during April, many schools administer practice tests during late January and early February. 

 

Content areas assessed within TAKS are: writing, reading, math, science, and social studies.  From grades 3 to grade 11 at least one test is taken with some tests required for promotion to the next grade.  Critical thinking and critical analysis skills are embedded within the test. Recommended parent/tutor resources are for test preparation and building the critical thinking/analysis skills assessed on the TAKS:

 

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