Generalist 4-8
Course guides of designed to enhance your science content knowledge and help you prepare for the Texas Educator Certification Exam-Generalist 4–8, offered by the State of Texas. Please verify current requirements for certification with the Texas Education Agency.
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Characteristics of the Solar System and the Universe
SMART Course
The universe is defined as everything that exists. It includes all matter found in galaxies and in intergalactic space, from atomic particles to galaxies. This competency covers Celestial Objects, Earth-Moon-Sun, Solar Systems, Stars and Galaxies, and the Origin of the Universe.
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Chemical Properties of and Changes in Matter
SMART Course
The teacher understands chemical properties of and changes in matter.
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Cycles in Earth Systems
SMART Course
The teacher understands cycles in earth systems.
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Energy and Interactions between Matter and Energy
SMART Course
The teacher understands energy and interactions between matter and energy.
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Energy Transformations and Conservation of Matter and Energy
SMART Course
The teacher understands energy transformations and the conservation of matter and energy.
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Forces and Motion and their Relationships
SMART Course
The teacher understands forces and motion and their relationships.
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Physical Properties of and Changes in Matter
SMART Course
The teacher understands physical properties of and changes in matter.
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Regulatory Mechanisms and Behavior
SMART Course
The teacher understands regulatory mechanisms and behavior.
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Relationships Between Organisms and the Environment
SMART Course
The teacher understands the relationships between organisms and the environment.
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Structure and Function of Living Things
SMART Course
The teacher understands the structure and function of living things.
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The Role of Energy in Weather and Climate
SMART Course
The teacher understands the role of energy in weather and climate.
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The Structure and Function of Earth Systems
SMART Course
The teacher understands the structure and function of earth systems.