Instructional Materials Selection Guidance

The instructional materials (IM) selection guidance linked below is designed to assist districts with prioritizing time while maximizing choice and flexibility. While the guidelines and actions are not exhaustive, they can be customized to address local needs as districts moves through the stages of selecting, adopting, and implementing high-quality instructional materials. The actions within the documents include links to tools and resources that offer additional support to ensure the materials selection process is thoughtfully planned, transparent, and well-documented.

**Links updated on March 7, 2025**

The content-specific IM selection guidance linked below mirror the structure, phases, and actions of the general guidance. Each document includes additional considerations specific to the content area. For example, the science guidance includes guidance on considerations for scheduling and course sequence that will help determine which materials are a best fit.