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HIGH-QUALITY INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS (HQIM)8
High-Quality Instructional Materials play a crucial role in supporting effective teaching and improving student outcomes. These materials,
which are aligned with standards and research-based practices, provide educators with the necessary resources to deliver rigorous and
engaging instruction. Many states across the nation have recognized the significance of these materials and are taking steps to facilitate
their adoption by developing policies and initiatives that support the selection, adoption, and effective implementation of these materials.
For example, providing educators with information about the quality of instructional materials to guide decision-making at the district and
school levels, as well as incentivizing the adoption of high-quality materials by linking funding sources, such as grants and emergency
relief funds, to the selection of these materials.
Additionally, it is critical to provide professional development opportunities aligned with these materials to ensure that teachers receive
the necessary training and support to effectively integrate them into their instruction. By creating these conditions, states aim to enhance
teacher buy-in and usage of HQIM, ultimately improving student achievement and educational outcomes.