Resources

Explore our articles, case studies, and other thought-provoking resources to deepen your understanding of K-12 education in the US.

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Brief

K–8 Math Materials Spotlight: Understanding the Landscape in Three Charts

Explore key insights into how districts choose and implement K–8 math materials. This resource examines the balance between core curricula and supplemental resources, highlighting challenges…

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Series

Instructional Coherence in Action: Insights and Opportunities

Explore insights on instructional coherence and discover how core and supplemental materials are shaping student learning experiences. Observe the trends, challenges, and opportunities to create…

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Report

K–8 Math Curriculum Quality: The State of District-Led Selection by Region 2024

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of regional differences in the adoption of K-8 core math curricula across the United States and offers insights to…

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Report

K–8 Math Curriculum Quality: The State of District-Led Selection 2024

This report explores year-over-year data on district-led selection of K-8 math curricula, highlighting a growing trend toward high-quality instructional materials, and underscores the importance of…

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Resource

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit our FAQ to learn more about CEMD’s work, including the approach to data collection, the criteria used to assess curriculum quality, and how school…

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Report

Beyond the Core: National Trends in District Selection of K-5 Supplemental Math Products

In this report, CEMD offers a detailed analysis of the supplemental math products that school districts in the United States are selecting for elementary education,…

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Series

Strengthening and Sustaining Your Implementation

Part 6 in the Driving High-Quality Math Materials: A District Leader’s Guide series — In this article, district leaders explore the essential strategies for sustaining…

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Series

Launching Your Implementation

Part 5 in the Driving High-Quality Math Materials: A District Leader’s Guide series — In this article, district leaders will explore the critical transition from…

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Series

Selecting the Right Curriculum and Tools for Your District

Part 4 in the Driving High-Quality Math Materials: A District Leader’s Guide series — In this article, district leaders will explore the essential steps for…

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