Instructional Playbook

Instructional Materials Teacher Selection Criteria

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Review Criteria

Meets Criteria Guidance

Information included in materials is true, contains primary sources, well-referenced or cited works, or original content. Materials DO NOT include: Misinformation--false or misleading information created or shared without knowing it is false Disinformation--false information that is deliberately misleading or manipulated Malinformation--information based in truth but has been altered in content or context to intentionally deceive Materials include contributions to the body of knowledge/work in the content from people with different lived experiences and from different cultures. Contributors include but are not limited to: Artists, authors, historical figures, field experts, researchers, scientists, etc. Materials include the diverse cultures and lived experiences of students. In other words, do students see themselves and their family/community reflected in materials A stereotype is a belief or assumption associated with groups of people, places, or situations Materials reflect individuals or groups accurately and do not reinforce stereotypes Images and other media embedded in materials depict individuals with distinctive features rather than individuals who all look alike Content within materials does not assume all students have common experiences or perspectives (e.g. family dynamics, birthday celebrations, extra-curricular activities, community engagement) Content within materials does not assume all students have common access to physical spaces and materials (e.g. park, toys)

Accurate and factual

Reflect contributions from authors, artists, or appropriate experts in the field that represent diverse viewpoints, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, and experiences

Representative of diverse cultures

Free of biases and stereotypes related to sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity