Coherent Instructional Systems

Ensure your curriculum takes root.

Curriculum matters and adopting high quality instructional materials (HQIM) is a critical first step to improve student learning. To leverage the power of the materials, teachers must build shared vision of equitable, standards-based instruction and be supported through effective coaching and curriculum-based professional learning and collaboration. This requires system leaders to build coherent instructional systems, monitor implementation and nurture conditions for impact across schools.

We offer professional services and coaching in the following areas:

Essential Elements of a Coherent Instructional System

See the system, assess conditions, and invest in the right elements

Curriculum: High-Quality Instructional Materials
Assessment: Standards-based systems for grading and monitoring progress
Foundational PD: Baseline Training in standards, curriculum and assessment
Professional Learning: On-going collaboration grounded in the curriculum
Coaching: Consistent observation and feedback
Tiered Supports: Structures for students who need additional instruction

Continuous Improvement through Disciplined Implementation

Roots to Fruit: Aligning practices at every level of the system
Vital Signs: monitoring implementation and assessing impact
Sharing Learning: Professional Learning Exhibitions

Leveraging the Power of Teacher Teams

Curriculum-based Cycles of Inquiry
Planning backwards from Unit Assessments
Collaborative analysis of student work and assessments

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