Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics K-5 Math

by Imagine Learning f/k/a LearnZillion

MathGrades K–5

Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics K-5: Standards-Aligned Program

Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics K-5 Math is a comprehensive elementary mathematics curriculum that has demonstrated strong alignment to grade-level standards across all major evaluation criteria. The program meets expectations for focus, coherence, rigor, mathematical practices, and usability according to independent review.

Best for

Elementary teachers seeking a standards-aligned math curriculum with strong focus on mathematical practices and balanced approach to conceptual understanding and procedural fluency

Evaluation Criteria

3 strengths · 3 neutral · 3 insufficient evidence

Word ProblemsStrength

The curriculum demonstrates strong application components.

EdReports Gateway 2 rating confirms the program meets expectations for application, which includes word problem solving

Sequencing ApproachStrength

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

EdReports rated the program as meeting expectations for Gateway 1 Focus & Coherence, indicating appropriate alignment to grade-level standards and focus on major work

Conceptual Procedural BalanceStrength

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

EdReports found the program meets expectations for Gateway 2 Rigor & Mathematical Practices, which specifically evaluates balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application

Teacher TrainingNeutral

The curriculum includes adequate teacher support materials and guidance.

EdReports Gateway 3 Usability rating of meets expectations indicates sufficient teacher supports are provided

Direct InstructionNeutral

The curriculum provides adequate teacher supports for instruction delivery.

EdReports found the program meets expectations for Gateway 3 Usability, which includes evaluation of teacher supports

Assessment DiagnosticNeutral

The curriculum includes assessment components as part of its usability features.

EdReports Gateway 3 evaluation includes assessment as a component, and the program meets expectations in this area

Worked ExamplesInsufficient Evidence

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

EdReports ratings do not provide specific details about worked example implementation

Retrieval PracticeInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess the curriculum's incorporation of retrieval practice and spaced review.

EdReports ratings do not provide specific details about retrieval practice implementation

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

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

EdReports ratings do not provide specific details about visual representation strategies

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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