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Providing the education community free, Consumer Reports-style reviews of K-12 instructional materials in math, ELA, and science. #MaterialsMatter for students.
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“States and school districts know that curriculum matters. Many have revamped their policies accordingly. It’s time for teacher preparation programs to do the same.” (via @the74.bsky.social) #edusky #curriculum

ICYMI: Learn why states must pair independent reviews with a holistic approach to #curriculumadoption that centers teachers in decision-making and prioritizes local needs: www.edreports.org/resources/ar...

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Learn how #schooldistricts have leveraged EdReports reviews as one input in a smart, holistic approach—one that centers #teachers in decision-making, engages multiple stakeholders, and ensures ongoing professional learning so #educators can use their materials effectively. #edusky

"It's the what and the how working together." Check out more from educator Jenni Aberli in the latest episode of our EdVoices podcast. Watch the full episode here: bit.ly/3X1Iu1A #curriculum #k12education #edusky #educatorvoice

A high-quality #curriculum gives #teachers freedom to use their magic! Hear more from Jenni Aberli, an educational program specialist with 30 years of experience in education and a long-time EdReports reviewer, in the latest episode of our EdVoices podcast: bit.ly/3X1Iu1A

The 2025 #EducationRecoveryScorecard is out, with the latest data on district-level learning recovery. Read the report here bit.ly/ers2025 and check out expert insights about supports that can boost student learning here educationrecoveryscorecard.org/expert-insig...

In the new episode of our EdVoices #podcast, educator Jenni Aberli shares expert insights on ELA #curriculum review, supporting #teachers, and how EdReports' updated review tools reflect the latest research. 👀 Watch here: youtu.be/B4y5iRNB2-4 🎧 Listen here: edreports.buzzsprout.com

#ICYMI Learn why Louisiana’s model of curriculum reform and teacher training provides a roadmap for improved student outcomes amid national declines: bit.ly/4jK9oop #NAEPscores #k12education #edusky

"Teachers who participated in more effective professional learning experiences have more positive perceptions of the materials, more confidence in implementing them, and less need for supplementary materials."

We just released a new review of Pathways to Reading. Learn more and share with your colleagues! edreports.org/reports/over... #curriculum #curriculumreview #k12curriculum

Louisiana is the only state where 4th grade #NAEP reading scores showed a significant increase compared to 2019. Find out why Louisiana’s model of #curriculum reform and teacher training provides a roadmap for improved student outcomes amid national declines #edusky www.edreports.org/resources/ar...

"To fully realize the potential of HQIM, the education system must evolve further." (via @the74.bsky.social) #curriculum

Our updated review criteria reflect our commitment to learning from and listening to the field, incorporating the latest science on learning, and making enhancements to help all teachers and students access high-quality instructional materials. #edusky #curriculum #k12education bit.ly/3Q0vfKB

We just released a new review of 95 Phonics Core Program. Learn more and share with your colleagues! edreports.org/reports/over... #edusky #curriculumreview #k12 #instructionalmaterials

EdReports reviewer Jenni Aberli shares how a report is created and highlights the voices of educator reviewers who worked so hard over the past decade to provide access to high-quality content. bit.ly/40jJa3m #edusky #curriculum #highqualityinstructionalmaterials #instructionalmaterials #educators

Read our new data spotlight to discover how quality #instructionalmaterials empower educators with evidence-based tools for effective instruction and fostering student success #edusky

Whether you’re adopting new #instructionalmaterials, looking to improve implementation, or simply collecting information, the Empowering Early Literacy guide is designed to support your investigation into whether your #literacy materials meet your school's needs. calcurriculum.org/resource/emp...

"Making #math relevant is much deeper than changing names in word problems. Instead, it means providing opportunities for students to develop a deeper mathematical understanding and connection to new learning through real-world application." #EduSky

In the new episode of our EdVoices podcast, our executive director, Eric Hirsch, discusses the big wins and lessons learned in 2024 and what we’re looking forward to in the future of EdReports.

In order to leverage the full potential of high-quality #instructionalmaterials, here are 4 steps we'd recommend.

We are deeply thankful for teachers, whose commitment shapes their students' futures, and for our educator reviewers, whose expertise and dedication drive the EdReports mission forward, ensuring that our free reviews of K-12 instructional materials remain a trusted resource.

#DidYouKnow Only 6% of science #teachers are regularly using standards-aligned #instructionalmaterials. Explore our latest study revealing that while quality #K-12 #curriculum availability in ELA, math, and science has grown, classroom usage still lags behind #edusky

We're pleased to announce the appointment of three distinguished leaders to our Board of Directors: Paolo DeMaria, Alex Siegel, and Dr. Nakia Towns. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing educational equity and quality.

Over 20% of students in fifth through seventh grade stumble over words they don’t recognize or can’t sound out, often preventing them from grasping the main idea of reading materials for school #literacy #edusky #k12education

While the availability of high-quality #instructionalmaterials has grown, more than half of teachers still lack regular access to aligned #curricula, despite its essential role in fostering educational equity and improving student outcomes #edusky #k12education #curriculum

We just released new reviews of enVision Mathematics Common Core K–8, enVisionMath A/G/A, Math Nation Illustrative Mathematics 6–8 and AGA, and STEMscopes Math K–8. Learn more and share with your colleagues! www.edreports.org/reports?utm_... #curriculum #k12education #edusky

When teachers have an active and early voice in adopting curricula, the overall quality and relevance of instructional materials are significantly improved. Furthermore, such an inclusive process improves teacher buy-in, aiding the program’s rollout and implementation. #curriculum #edusky

In our new EdVoices episode, Rebecca Kockler, former assistant superintendent of academic content at the Louisiana Department of Ed, gives insights from her experience conducting educator-led reviews of instructional materials. #curriculum #edusky #curriculumreviews #instructionalmaterials #podcast

Educators know that high-quality materials matter. When schools prioritize materials that are aligned to standards, reflect local priorities, and meet the diverse learning needs of students, they create opportunities for deeper learning across the board. #curriculum #edusky

Read our tips on choosing a K–12 math curriculum that fosters equity, excellence, and student agency, and discover what quality looks like in math materials. #math #curriculum #equity #edusky

This week, EdReports Learning Solutions Lead, Stephanie Barnett, will be at #NCTMCHI24 presenting High-Quality Instructional Materials as a Lever for Equity! Check out the full schedule and learn more here: www.nctm.org/chicago2024 #edusky

In the new episode of our EdVoices podcast, Evan Stone, co-founder of Educators for Excellence, and Eric Hirsch, executive director of EdReports, discuss the importance of centering and supporting educators in the selection and implementation of high-quality instructional materials #edusky

"Every aspect of core content is grounded in literacy, whether it’s science, math, ELA, or social studies. You really need students to access that language and that language development in order to be successful in any core content." www.edreports.org/resources/ar... #multilinguallearners

We just released a new review of Issues and Science, Third Edition Revised. Learn more and share with your colleagues! edreports.org/reports/over...

We are proud to announce the formation of our inaugural Pre-Kindergarten Advisory Board! Read more about how the board will guide the development of our first-ever pre-K curriculum reviews, supporting quality in early childhood education and instructional materials.

Help us showcase the critical role of curriculum in supporting teachers and students by voting for our sessions in the SXSW Panelpicker. Voting closes on Aug. 18 so make sure to cast your vote to get high-quality instructional materials on the agenda! Vote here 👉 linktr.ee/edreports #sxsw #sxswedu

In the latest EdVoices podcast episode, we sat down with long-time educator and EdReports director of Pre-K, Shana Weldon , Ed.D., to talk more about EdReports decision to begin reviewing pre-K instructional materials. #educationpocast #preK #curriculum #edusky

We just released new reviews of MathLinks: Core (2nd Ed.) and Open Up Resources 6–8 Mathematics. Learn more and share with your colleagues! bit.ly/4f5QqGD #curriculum #curriculumreview #mathcurriculum

Hear from EdReports Director of Pre-K Shana Weldon and Chief Academic Officer Courtney Allison about why we're expanding our reviews to include prekindergarten learning materials. #preK #curriculum #edusky

EdReports announced today that we will extend our free, educator-led reviews to include pre-kindergarten (pre-K) instructional materials.

In the latest episode of our EdVoices podcast, #earlyliteracy educators Stephanie Stephens and Erin Marshman dive into updates to our foundational skills review tools, what the field can learn from our recent report releases, and why quality materials are so crucial for students learning to read.

We’re proud to announce the release of new reviews of foundational skills supplemental materials using our updated review tools! These reviews align more tightly with the science of reading and structured literacy principles. Check them out today! edreports.org/reports/ela?...

We just released a new review of Cereal City Science. Learn more and share with your colleagues! edreports.org/reports/over... #curriculum #edusky

Rivet Education recently released a new case study on a Wisconsin district’s thorough implementation of a new math curriculum, which correlated with a rise in state assessment scores by an average of 13% over a three-year period. Check it out here: bit.ly/3wLW6o2 #edusky

"If teachers are a part of the selection process, they will be invested in working on and building their practice through the materials." #edusky #education #curriculum

“If we start off with high-quality curriculum, then I can spend Sunday night focused on going deeper on the content and thinking about the projects I'm going to do instead of trying to find resources.” #edusky #podcast #educatorvoice

"Sometimes, educators must ask themselves how many things they have mastered in a few days. I suspect most people will find very few things in their arsenal that they can perform with 100 percent proficiency and accuracy. But we expect that students will somehow be able to do this." #edusky

Double the educator voices, double the great insights! We just released TWO new episodes of our EdVoices podcast featuring our amazing reviewers! Hear from Jonathan Regino and Dr. Myeisha Phillips on the latest episodes! #edusky #educationpodcast #podcast #educatorvoice

We just released a new review of CommonLit 360 6–8. Learn more and share with your colleagues! bit.ly/3QJ0lXV #curriculum #edusky #curriculumreview #materialsmatter