Instructional Materials Committee (imc) Adoption Criteria

This document outlines the adoption criteria for instructional materials for the Chewelah School District, focusing on curriculum alignment, student needs, differentiation, and evidence-based practices.

Enable implementation of the district's developed curriculum and meet state standards and College Readiness requirements, Provide sufficient flexibility to meet the varied needs and abilities of the students served, Provide clear and appropriate differentiation components for English Language Learners, special education students, students with academic opportunity gaps, and highly capable students, Where appropriate, present balanced but differing views of issues, controversial or otherwise, in order that students may develop critical analysis and informed decision-making skills. Recognize bias in resources to serve appropriately for students to learn different points of view, Demonstrate consideration of appropriate format(s) (including technological, visual, and/or auditory components), Support equitable access to learning and learning materials for all students; including the provision of appropriate, high-quality accessible instructional materials to all students with disabilities who require them; and, Demonstrate likelihood of impact as shown by scientific or evidence-based research, Instruction: Best Practices: Efficacy of core, alternative core, and intervention instructional strategies. How will the materials be delivered to students? How will the delivery be meaningful, engaging and challenging for students?, Assessment: Best Practices How will the materials support best practices in formative and summative assessments?