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Commercial Photography II

Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications · Texas TEKS

Standards Code§127.178
CreditOne Credit
Duration18-36 weeks
Sub-Standards40 / 43
Coverage93%
StrandStandard IDStandard StatementCovered?CLX Match List
1. The Student Applies Academic Knowledge And Skills In Commercial Photography. The Studen...1.1.1apply English language arts knowledge and skills in accordance with industry standards to a variety of written documents;• OpenStax : English II : 7.4 Lesson 7.4: Editing — Advanced Conventions (pending)
• OpenStax : English I : 7.4 Lesson 7.4: Editing Conventions (pending)
• OpenStax : English I : 7.3 Lesson 7.3: Revising for Clarity & Style (pending)
• OpenStax : English I : 8.3 Lesson 8.3: Synthesizing & Citing Sources (pending)
1.1.2apply mathematics knowledge and skills in accordance with industry standards to solve a problem• TPC : TPC Industrial Fundamentals : 103 Mathematics in the Plant
• OpenStax : Elementary Algebra 2e : 3.1 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy (pending)
• OpenStax : Elementary Algebra 2e : 3.2 Solve Percent Applications (pending)
• OpenStax : Elementary Algebra 2e : 3.4 Solve Geometry Applications: Triangles, Rectangles, and the Pythagorean Theorem (pending)
• Open Textbooks : Trades Access Common Core: Employability Skills : TACC Employability Skils: 01 Studying
2. The Student Applies Professional Communications Strategies. The Student Is Expected To:2.1.1adapt language for audience, purpose, situation, and intent• Core-LX : ELA English I : ELA English 1: Unit 07 Composition & the Writing Process
• OpenStax : English II : 7.1 Lesson 7.1: Planning for Purpose & Audience (pending)
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 06: Delivering the Message
• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 07
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
2.1.2organize oral and written information• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 04
• OpenStax : English II : 8.4 Lesson 8.4: Presenting Research (pending)
• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 08
• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 08
• TPC : TPC Maintenance Supervisor : 905 Effective Communication for Supervisors
2.1.3interpret and communicate information, data, and observations• Core-LX : Principles of Data Science : Principles of Data Science - Chapter 10: Reporting Results
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 05: Best Practices for Creating Business Deliverables Part II
• Certify ED : Biotechnology (Video & VR) : Biotechnology - Unit 03 - Scientific Method: Experimental Design, Data Analysis, and Hypothesis Testing
• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 02: Safety, Scientific and Technological Principles of Agriscience Issues
• Core-LX : BioTechnology Skills : Biotech Lab Skills
2.1.4deliver formal and informal presentations• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 04
• Core-LX : ELA English II : ELA English II: Unit 08
• GoSkills : Public Speaking : Public Speaking: 02 PowerPoint Presentations
• GoSkills : Public Speaking : Public Speaking: 05 Conclusion
• OpenStax : English II : 8.4 Lesson 8.4: Presenting Research (pending)
2.1.5apply active listening skills to obtain and clarify information• Pointful Education : Healthcare Management and Information Systems : HMIS 06: Communication
• Open Textbooks : Trades Access Common Core: Employability Skills : TACC Employability Skils: 02 Listening
• Open Textbooks : Trades Access Common Core: Employability Skills : TACC Employability Skils: 02 Listening
• Pineapple Academy : Front of House Training : Front of House Training: 01 Being In Service
• OpenStax : English II : 4.3 Lesson 4.3: Academic Discussion & Collaboration (pending)
2.1.6listen to and speak with diverse individuals;• Certify ED : Criminal Justice (Video & VR) : Criminal Justice - Unit 06 - Use of Force: Principles, Practices, and Legal Implications
• Certify ED : Criminal Justice (Video & VR) : Criminal Justice - Unit 07 - Human Relations and Community Policing in Criminal Justice
• Certify ED : Criminal Justice (Video & VR) : Criminal Justice - Unit 07 - Human Relations and Community Policing in Criminal Justice
• Open Textbooks : Nursing Fundamentals : Nursing Fundamentals Ch 02: Communication
• Open Textbooks : Nursing Fundamentals : Nursing Fundamentals Ch 03: Diverse Patients
2.1.7exhibit public relations skills to increase internal and external customer/client satisfaction• Certify ED : Hospitality Management : Hospitality - Unit 03 - Communication Skills
• Certify ED : Hospitality Management : Hospitality - Unit 03 - Communication Skills
• Pineapple Academy : Essentials for Front of House Service : Essentials for Front of House Service: 02 Being A Team Player
• Open Textbooks : Trades Access Common Core: Expectations and Responsibilities of Employers and Employees : TACC EAROEE: 04 Maintain Relations
• OpenStax : Introduction to Business : 12.9 Public Relations Helps Build Goodwill (pending)
3. The Student Understands And Examines Problem-Solving Methods. The Student Is Expected To:3.1.1employ critical-thinking skills independently and in groups;• Pointful Education : Architectural Design II : Architecture_02 01: Basic Architectural Drawings
• Pointful Education : Architectural Design II : Architecture_02 01: Basic Architectural Drawings
• Open Textbooks : Introduction to Criminal Justice : ICJ01: Crime, Criminal Justice, and Criminology
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 30 - Creative Workflow and Interpersonal Skills
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 30 - Creative Workflow and Interpersonal Skills
3.1.2employ interpersonal skills in groups to solve problems• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 30 - Creative Workflow and Interpersonal Skills
• Open Textbooks : Working in the Food Service Industry : CUL07: CH04: Workplace Communication and Teamwork
• Core-LX : Transitioning to Quality Online Teaching (MASTER) : Final Assignment
• Core-LX : Transitioning to Quality Online Teaching (MASTER) : Introduction to the Course
• FTTS Publisher : 3 Way Communication : 3 Way Communication
4. The Student Applies Technology Applications. The Student Is Expected To Use Personal In...4.1.1The student applies technology applications. The student is expected to use personal information management, email, Internet, writing and publishing, presentation, and spreadsheet or database applications for commercial photography projects• Open Textbooks : Current & Emerging Computing Technology : Current & Emerging Computing Technology: 09 Email
• Open Textbooks : Current & Emerging Computing Technology : Current & Emerging Computing Technology: 09 Email
• Open Textbooks : Current & Emerging Computing Technology : Current & Emerging Computing Technology: 09 Email
• GoSkills : Microsoft PowerPoint 2010-2019 : PPT 2019: 01 Interface and Basics
• GoSkills : Microsoft PowerPoint 2010-2019 : PPT 2019: 07 Delivering Your Presentation
5. The Student Applies Knowledge Of Commercial Photography Systems. The Student Is Expecte...5.1.1The student applies knowledge of commercial photography systems. The student is expected to analyze and summarize the history and evolution of the commercial photography fieldno genuine match
6. The Student Applies Safety Regulations. The Student Is Expected To:6.1.1implement personal and workplace safety rules and regulations in a photography studio and lab;• Certify ED : Plumbing (Video & VR) : Plumbing - Unit 07 - Workplace Safety in the Plumbing Industry
• Pointful Education : Building Maintenance Technologies : BuildMT 01: Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems
• Certify ED : Construction Safety (OSHA) (Video & VR) : Construction Safety (OSHA) - Unit 12 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• CLX : Automotive Basics : Service and Safety: Shop and Personal Safety
• CLX : Automotive Basics : Service and Safety: Shop and Personal Safety
6.1.2follow emergency procedures• Pointful Education : Building Maintenance Technologies : BuildMT 01: Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Systems
• Certify ED : Early Childhood Education (Video & VR) : Early Childhood Education - Unit 11 - Safety and Emergency Procedures
• Certify ED : Electrical (Video & VR) : Electrical - Unit 02 - Electrical Safety and Emergency Procedures
• Certify ED : HVAC 1 (Video & VR) : HVAC 1 - Unit 02 - HVAC Safety, Regulations, and Mathematics
• Certify ED : Plumbing (Video & VR) : Plumbing - Unit 07 - Workplace Safety in the Plumbing Industry
7. The Student Applies Leadership Characteristics To Student Leadership And Professional D...7.1.1employ leadership skills to accomplish goals and objectives by analyzing the various roles of leaders with organizations, exhibiting problem-solving and management traits, describing effective leadership styles, and participating in civic and community leadership and teamwork opportunities• Pointful Education : Career Exploration in Finance : CEIF 09: Succeeding on the Job
• Open Textbooks : Fundamentals of Business, 4th edition : Fundamentals of Business: Chapter 01 Teamwork in Business
• GoSkills : Team Leadership : Team Leadership: 04 Decision Making and Conflict Resolution
• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 07: Leadership and Citizenship Skills
• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 07: Leadership and Citizenship Skills
7.1.2employ teamwork and conflict-management skills to achieve collective goals• GoSkills : Team Leadership : Team Leadership: 04 Decision Making and Conflict Resolution
• GoSkills : Team Leadership : Team Leadership: 05 Team Dysfunctions
• Lifelong Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills - Conflict
• Open Textbooks : Fundamentals of Business, 4th edition : Fundamentals of Business: Chapter 01 Teamwork in Business
• Lifelong Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills - Teamwork
7.1.3establish and maintain effective working relationships by providing constructive praise and criticism, demonstrating sensitivity to and value for diversity, and managing stress and controlling emotions• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 08: Analyzing Communication Scenarios
• Pointful Education : Healthcare Management and Information Systems : HMIS 08: Management and Leadership Part II
• Medcerts : Medical Coder & Biller Certification Course : Professionalism in Allied Health (v21.12) PS1011
• Lifelong Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills : Lifelong Soft Skills - Communication
• Pointful Education : Healthcare Management and Information Systems : HMIS 06: Communication
7.1.4prepare for meetings by developing goals and objectives to achieve within a scheduled time and producing agendas• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 07: Leadership and Citizenship Skills
• Open Textbooks : Generative AI: Practical Uses in Education : Generative AI: Practical Uses in Education: 04 Practical Uses for Preparatory and Admin Work
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 04: Best Practices for Creating Business Deliverables Part I
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 03: Effective Communication Strategies Part II
• TPC : TPC Maintenance Supervisor : 901 Maintenance Organization
7.1.5conduct and participate in meetings to accomplish work tasks by achieving goals and objectives within a scheduled time; producing meeting minutes, including decisions and next steps; and using parliamentary procedures, as needed;• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 07: Leadership and Citizenship Skills
• Open Textbooks : Generative AI: Practical Uses in Education : Generative AI: Practical Uses in Education: 04 Practical Uses for Preparatory and Admin Work
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 04: Best Practices for Creating Business Deliverables Part I
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 03: Effective Communication Strategies Part II
• Open Textbooks : Fundamentals of Business, 4th edition : Fundamentals of Business: Chapter 08 Management and Leadership
7.1.6employ mentoring skills to inspire and teach others• Pointful Education : Agriscience I : Agriscience_01 07: Leadership and Citizenship Skills
• Pointful Education : Early Childhood Education II : EarlyChildEd_02 02: Professionalism Part II
• Open Textbooks : Introduction to Education : IE 01 - Why Teach?
• TPC : TPC Maintenance Supervisor : 907 Managing a Training Program
• TPC : TPC Maintenance Supervisor : 904 Improving Performance in Maintenance
8. The Student Applies Ethical Decision Making And Complies With Laws Regarding Use Of Tec...8.1.1demonstrate an understanding of ethical conduct related to interacting with others such as maintaining client confidentiality and privacy of sensitive content and providing proper credit for ideas• Certify ED : Nursing Assistant (Video & VR) : Nursing Assistant - Unit 37 - Legal, Ethical, and Patient Rights
• Certify ED : Medical Assistant : Medical Assistant - Unit 38 - HIPAA and Patient Rights
• Medcerts : Medical Coder & Biller Certification Course : Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials (v24.7) HI1015
• Certify ED : Early Childhood Education (Video & VR) : Early Childhood Education - Unit 08 - Privacy and Confidentiality
8.1.2discuss and apply copyright laws in relation to fair use and duplication of images• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Premiere Certification : APC 01: Working in the Video Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Illustrator Certification : Module 01: Working in the Design Industry
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
8.1.3model respect for intellectual property when manipulating, morphing, and editing digital images;• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Architectural Design III : Architecture_03 04: Professional Ethics and Legal Responsibilities
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 10: Creating and Modifying Visual Elements Part III
8.1.4demonstrate proper etiquette and knowledge of acceptable use policies, including Creative Common laws and licensing• Pointful Education : Adobe Premiere Certification : APC 01: Working in the Video Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Illustrator Certification : Module 01: Working in the Design Industry
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
9. The Student Develops Career-Building Characteristics. The Student Is Expected To:9.1.1maintain and update a portfolio with information such as work experiences, licenses, certifications, and work samples;• Pointful Education : Career Exploration in Finance : CEIF 07: High School, College and Internship Preparation
• Pointful Education : Architectural Design III : Architecture_03 05: Career Opportunities in Drafting
• Pointful Education : Career Exploration in Finance : CEIF 08: Networking, Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviews
9.1.2demonstrate skills in evaluating and comparing employment opportunities• Pointful Education : Career Exploration in Finance : CEIF 10: Life After Banking
• Pointful Education : Architectural Design III : Architecture_03 05: Career Opportunities in Drafting
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 08: Analyzing Communication Scenarios
• Pointful Education : Startups and Innovation : Module 01: Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Startups
10. The Student Applies Technical Skills For Efficiency. The Student Is Expected To Employ ...10.1.1The student applies technical skills for efficiency. The student is expected to employ planning and time-management skills to complete work tasks such as creating quotes and budgeting• Open Textbooks : Principles of Managerial Accounting : Principles of Managerial Accounting: 06 Budgeting
• Open Textbooks : Principles of Managerial Accounting : Principles of Managerial Accounting: 06 Budgeting
• Open Textbooks : Principles of Managerial Accounting : Principles of Managerial Accounting: 06 Budgeting
• Open Textbooks : Principles of Managerial Accounting : Principles of Managerial Accounting: 06 Budgeting
• Open Textbooks : Principles of Managerial Accounting : Principles of Managerial Accounting: 06 Budgeting
11. The Student Develops An Increased Understanding Of Commercial Photography. The Student ...11.1.1identify photographs for commercial photography• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe Premiere Certification : APC 02: Working in the Video Industry Part II
11.1.2recognize the elements and principles of art as they apply to a variety of commercial photography projects• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 09 - Design Elements, Principles, and Creativity
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 17 - Color Principles and Characteristics
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 05: Best Practices for Creating Business Deliverables Part II
11.1.3use principles of commercial photography such as working with clients, interpreting client instructions, developing production schedules, and delivering products in a competitive market• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 01: Working in the Design Industry Part I
• Pointful Education : Adobe Illustrator Certification : Module 01: Working in the Design Industry
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 37 - Production Management and Contracts
11.1.4identify appropriate cameras and lenses• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 04 - Digital Photography and Imaging Fundamentals
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 04 - Digital Photography and Imaging Fundamentals
11.1.5recognize appropriate photographic composition and layout principles• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe Premiere Certification : APC 02: Working in the Video Industry Part II
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 09 - Design Elements, Principles, and Creativity
11.1.6identify the use of appropriate digital black and white and color photography• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe After Effects : Adobe After Effects 02: Working in the Visual Effects and Motion Graphics Industry Part II
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 18 - Color Temperature, Psychology, and Displays
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 18 - Color Temperature, Psychology, and Displays
11.1.7understand the use of effective photographic lighting techniques, including three-point, studio, portraiture, and product• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 19 - Lighting and Chromakeying
• Open Textbooks : Basic Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 : Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 01: Properties of Light and Factors Affecting the Ability to See
• Open Textbooks : Basic Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 : Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 01: Properties of Light and Factors Affecting the Ability to See
• Open Textbooks : Basic Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 : Lighting for Electricians: Level 1 01: Properties of Light and Factors Affecting the Ability to See
11.1.8recognize the elements of professional quality photographs• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 04 - Digital Photography and Imaging Fundamentals
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
11.1.9identify the most appropriate types of photographic paper for projectsno genuine match
11.1.10recognize appropriate solutions for mounting, matting, or framing photographsno genuine match
11.1.11understand appropriate, current, and industry-standard production processes to produce photographs• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 37 - Production Management and Contracts
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 02 - Digital Devices, Hardware, and File Formats
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 12 - Video Production and Rendering
11.1.12evaluate photographs using principles of art, commercial photography standards, and critical-thinking skills• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 09 - Design Elements, Principles, and Creativity
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
11.1.13identify appropriate resolution and digital file formats• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 02 - Digital Devices, Hardware, and File Formats
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 04 - Digital Photography and Imaging Fundamentals
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 11: Publishing Digital Media
11.1.14identify and use the principles of design to discuss, analyze, critique, and write about visual aspects of photographic work, including the student's own work;• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe Photoshop Certification : APC 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II
• Pointful Education : Communication Skills for Business : Communication Skills for Business 05: Best Practices for Creating Business Deliverables Part II
11.1.15demonstrate knowledge of the principles of design in photographic work with a focus on composition, color, design, shape, shadow, negative space, and background• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 09 - Design Elements, Principles, and Creativity
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 17 - Color Principles and Characteristics
• Open Textbooks : Digital Media Production : Digital Media Production - Unit 18 - Color Temperature, Psychology, and Displays
• Pointful Education : Adobe InDesign Certification : AID Module 02: Working in the Design Industry Part II

Coverage Summary

Core-LX delivers strong coverage of this TEKS course at 93% of sub-standards aligned.

Primary publishers contributing alignment: Pointful Education (66), Open Textbooks (47), Certify ED (15), OpenStax (12), Core-LX (11).

Gap-closure roadmap (3 sub-standards not yet aligned, grouped by strand):

  • Strand 5. The Student Applies Knowledge Of Commercial Photography Systems. The Student Is Expecte...: 1 sub-standard(s) — candidate for a focused Gap Lesson
  • Strand 11. The Student Develops An Increased Understanding Of Commercial Photography. The Student ...: 2 sub-standard(s) — candidate for a focused Gap Lesson
Eligible for Gap Lesson / Gap Lab generation — coverage exceeds the 85% threshold; any remaining sub-standard gaps will be closed by auto-generated lessons in the next pipeline phase.

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