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Imagine IM

by Imagine Learning LLC

MathGrades K–8

Imagine IM: Standards-Aligned K-8 Math Curriculum

Imagine IM is a comprehensive K-8 math curriculum that meets EdReports' expectations across all three gateways for standards alignment, mathematical rigor, and usability. The curriculum demonstrates strong alignment to grade-level standards with appropriate focus on major mathematical work.

Best for

K-8 schools seeking a standards-aligned math curriculum with strong teacher supports and balanced approach to mathematical rigor

Evaluation Criteria

5 strengths · 1 neutral · 3 insufficient evidence

Word ProblemsStrength

The curriculum meets expectations for mathematical application, suggesting systematic approach to word problems.

EdReports Gateway 2 assessment of 'application' component within Rigor & Mathematical Practices received 'Meets Expectations' rating

Teacher TrainingStrength

The curriculum provides adequate teacher supports based on usability assessment.

EdReports Gateway 3 'Meets Expectations' for Usability specifically evaluates teacher supports as meeting standards

Sequencing ApproachStrength

The curriculum demonstrates coherent sequencing that meets standards expectations for focus and coherence.

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

Assessment DiagnosticStrength

The curriculum includes appropriate assessment components based on usability evaluation.

EdReports Gateway 3 assessment includes evaluation of assessment quality and received 'Meets Expectations' rating

Conceptual Procedural BalanceStrength

The curriculum meets expectations for balancing conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application according to EdReports Gateway 2 assessment.

EdReports specifically evaluated and confirmed the curriculum 'Meets Expectations' for Gateway 2 Rigor & Mathematical Practices, which assesses balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum appears to support effective instruction based on meeting usability expectations.

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

Worked ExamplesInsufficient Evidence

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

EdReports summary does not provide specific details about instructional methods or worked example implementation

Retrieval PracticeInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient information available to assess retrieval practice and spaced review implementation.

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

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

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

EdReports summary does not specify details about visual representation strategies or concrete-representational-abstract progressions

Sources: edreports.org

Review Sources

edreports

EdReports Panel

Gateway 1 Alignment:Meets Expectations
Gateway 2 Alignment:Meets Expectations
Gateway 3 Alignment:Meets Expectations
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Key Facts
GradesGrades K–8
SubjectMath
PedagogyNot specified
Faith-BasedNo
FormatDigital + Physical

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Data sources: edreports