Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics IM 9-12 Math

by Imagine Learning f/k/a LearnZillion

MathGrades 9–12

Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics IM 9-12: Standards-Aligned High School Program

Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics IM 9-12 Math is a high school mathematics curriculum that meets EdReports standards for alignment, rigor, and usability. The program received top ratings across all three EdReports gateways, indicating strong alignment to grade-level standards and balanced approach to mathematical understanding.

Best for

High school teachers seeking a standards-aligned curriculum with balanced rigor and strong alignment to grade 9-12 mathematics standards

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 3 neutral · 3 insufficient evidence

Word ProblemsStrength

The curriculum demonstrates strong application components as part of its balanced rigor approach.

EdReports Gateway 2 'Meets Expectations' rating specifically mentions application as one of the three balanced components (conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application)

Sequencing ApproachStrength

The curriculum shows strong focus and coherence in its sequencing and alignment to grade-level standards.

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

Conceptual Procedural BalanceStrength

The curriculum demonstrates strong balance between conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application based on EdReports evaluation.

EdReports Gateway 2 rating of 'Meets Expectations' specifically evaluates rigor and mathematical practices, including the balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application

Teacher TrainingNeutral

The curriculum provides adequate teacher supports based on usability evaluation.

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

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum appears to support effective instruction based on overall usability ratings.

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

Assessment DiagnosticNeutral

The curriculum includes assessment components that meet evaluation standards.

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

Worked ExamplesInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient information available to assess the use of worked examples in this math curriculum.

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

Retrieval PracticeInsufficient Evidence

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

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

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

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

EdReports summary does not include specific details about visual representations or concrete-representational-abstract approaches

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 9–12
SubjectMath
PedagogyNot specified
Faith-BasedNo
FormatDigital + Physical

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Data sources: edreports