Section II. Additional Criteria: Instructional Planning and Support Adequate Limited No Evidence Criteria Rating Rating Rating 1. Materials emphasize the use of effective instructional practices and learning n/a n/a n/a theory. Students are guided through critical thinking and problem-solving X * * approaches. Concepts are introduced through concrete experiences that use X * * manipulatives and other technologies. Multiple opportunities are provided for students to develop and apply X * * concepts through the use of calculators, hand held devices, computers, and other technologies. Students use the language of mathematics including specialized X * * vocabulary and symbols. Students use a variety of representations (graphical, numerical, symbolic, X * * verbal, and physical) to connect mathematical concepts. n/a n/a n/a The mathematics content is significant and accurate. Materials are presented in an organized, logical manner which represents X * * the current thinking on how students learn mathematics. X * * Materials are organized appropriately within and among units of study. Format design includes titles, subheadings, and appropriate X * * for ease of use. Writing style, length of sentences, vocabulary, graphics, and illustrations X * * are appropriate. Level of abstraction is appropriate, and practical examples, including X * * careers, are provided. X * * Sufficient applications are provided to promote depth of application. X * * Materials present content in an accurate, unbiased manner.
Criteria Adequate Rating Limited Rating No Evidence Rating 1. Materials emphasize the use of effective instructional practices and learning theory. n/a n/a n/a Students are guided through critical thinking and problem-solving approaches. X * * Concepts are introduced through concrete experiences that use manipulatives and other technologies. X * * Multiple opportunities are provided for students to develop and apply concepts through the use of calculators, hand held devices, computers, and other technologies. X * * Students use the language of mathematics including specialized vocabulary and symbols. X * * Students use a variety of representations (graphical, numerical, symbolic, verbal, and physical) to connect mathematical concepts. X * * The mathematics content is significant and accurate. n/a n/a n/a Materials are presented in an organized, logical manner which represents the current thinking on how students learn mathematics. X * * Materials are organized appropriately within and among units of study. X * * Format design includes titles, subheadings, and appropriate for ease of use. X * * Writing style, length of sentences, vocabulary, graphics, and illustrations are appropriate. X * * Level of abstraction is appropriate, and practical examples, including careers, are provided. X * * Sufficient applications are provided to promote depth of application. X * * Materials present content in an accurate, unbiased manner. X * * Section II. Additional Criteria: Instructional Planning and Support
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