Instructional System
Implementation of Research-Based Practices
The Instructional System focuses on the primary elements that drive teaching and learning in schools: curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Research on effective practices for supporting instruction in a district identify a progression of stages centered on the district having identified a vision centered on student outcomes and a mission addressing adult practice around instruction. The following research-based practices support implementation of this system in a district.
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Curriculum Design and Content
Implementing Curriculum
7. The district’s instructional models are aligned to the district’s vision for learning.
10. The district’s academic and non-academic support matches individual student need.
11. The district’s use of data supports continuous improvement practices.
Evaluation of Curriculum and Teaching
12. The district’s assessment of teaching and learning is aligned to the district’s vision.
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Practices Overview
Practices Overview identifies all of the evidence-based, high-leverage practices within each system area on a single page.
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Readiness and Planning
Readiness and Planning provides a comprehensive picture of the early actions and preparation that a district takes to engage any or all of the individual practices within a system.
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Practices and Progress Indicators
Practices and Progress Indicators provide a comprehensive picture of the evidence-based practices within each system along with descriptive indicators of each practice at different points in the implementation process, ranging from Getting Started to Getting Better to Keep Improving.
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Implementation of Practices Learning Modules
On-Demand Learning Modules to guide you through the implementation of practices.