Illustrative Math
Hello,
Happy 4th of July! I hope everyone is safe and enjoying the holiday. My district is piloting the Illustrative Math curriculum. I am prepping for it, and I value their focus on conceptual understanding. I think this benefits Integrated Math 2 and 3. However, I am not too thrilled on unit 1 for Integrated Math 1. I feel I can substitute it with IXL and have students understand constructions a bit better than if we use the curriculum.
Traditionally, students have struggle with solving equations which is essential for our state test. The curriculum does not cover it until unit 1, and it is mix with systems of equations. In short, I am just fearful that I won’t cover the essential standards for future courses and the state exam.
I am implementing the curriculum for IM 1, IM 2, and IM 3. So, I am scare. Thanks for any info.