ClearMath Elementary

by Carnegie Learning

MathGrades K–5

ClearMath Elementary: Standards-Aligned K-5 Math Curriculum

ClearMath Elementary is a Carnegie Learning math curriculum for grades K-5 that has received full alignment ratings from EdReports. The curriculum meets expectations for focus and coherence, rigor and mathematical practices, and usability across all three evaluation gateways.

Best for

Elementary schools seeking a standards-aligned math curriculum with balanced rigor and comprehensive teacher supports, particularly those prioritizing EdReports validation

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 3 neutral · 3 insufficient evidence

Word ProblemsStrength

The curriculum includes appropriate application components for word problem solving.

EdReports Gateway 2 'Meets Expectations' rating specifically mentions application as one of the balanced components in the curriculum

Sequencing ApproachStrength

The curriculum shows strong focus and coherence in its sequencing approach.

EdReports Gateway 1 rating of 'Meets Expectations' for Focus & Coherence indicates alignment to grade-level standards and appropriate focus on major work of each grade

Conceptual Procedural BalanceStrength

The curriculum demonstrates appropriate balance between conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application.

EdReports rated Gateway 2 (Rigor & Mathematical Practices) as 'Meets Expectations,' indicating proper balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application components

Teacher TrainingNeutral

The curriculum provides teacher supports that meet evaluation standards.

EdReports Gateway 3 'Meets Expectations' for Usability includes teacher supports as a key component of the evaluation

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum provides adequate teacher supports for instruction delivery.

EdReports Gateway 3 rating of 'Meets Expectations' for Usability includes teacher supports, suggesting adequate instructional guidance

Assessment DiagnosticNeutral

The curriculum includes assessment components that meet usability standards.

EdReports Gateway 3 rating for Usability encompasses assessment as one of the evaluated components, receiving 'Meets Expectations'

Worked ExamplesInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess the curriculum's use of worked examples.

EdReports summary does not provide specific details about worked examples or cognitive load reduction strategies

Retrieval PracticeInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess retrieval practice and spaced review implementation.

EdReports summary does not provide specific details about cumulative review, retrieval practice, or spaced learning strategies

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess the curriculum's use of visual models and manipulatives.

EdReports summary does not provide specific details about visual representations or concrete-representational-abstract progression

Sources: edreports.org

Review Sources

edreports

EdReports Panel

Gateway 1 Alignment:Meets Expectations
Gateway 2 Alignment:Meets Expectations
Gateway 3 Alignment:Meets Expectations
Key Facts
GradesGrades K–5
SubjectMath
PedagogyNot specified
Faith-BasedNo
FormatDigital + Physical

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Data sources: edreports, homeschoolcom