| For each criterion,
select the appropriate number according to the rating scale
below: |
| 5=Exemplary
4=Desirable (Very Good) 3=Average 2=Fair
1=Poor 0=No Opinion |
| CRITERIA |
SUGGESTED GUIDELINES FOR RATING INSTRUCTIONAL
MATERIALS |
RATING |
Curriculum
Match |
Supports the
District standards, state framework, and course of study at
the grade level. |
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| Subject: |
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| Grade: |
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| Content
Standard: |
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| Summary of
Standard: |
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Maintains high
standards and quality in the content area that leads to
fulfillment of district-approved student performance
standards. |
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Instructional
Design |
Provides students
with access to a common core of knowledge preparatory to
higher education, employment, and personal interest.
(training, employment, life skills) |
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Provides extra help
in a variety of appropriate formats for those students
experiencing difficulty with the curriculum. |
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Promotes critical
and high level thinking skills in students, using
problem-solving, decision-making, and collaborative group
strategies where appropriate. |
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| Content |
Well organized.
Content load appropriate. Maturity level consistent with
content. Length appropriate for intended audience. |
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Format, vocabulary,
and concepts are appropriate for the intended
purpose. |
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Material stimulates
and maintains the user's interest and leads to further
study/discussion in the course. |
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Complements other
instructional materials used in the course. |
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| Media
Standard |
Paper and binding
of quality for intended use and length of the
adoption. |
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Print that is
clear, readable, and appropriate for the content of the
material and maturity of the students. |
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Format that is
uncluttered, allowing students to focus on concepts
presented. |
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Visual arrangements
that are aesthetically designed and that provide color,
illustrations, and photographs where appropriate. |
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| Overall Summary
Rating: |
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