Aligning People, Time, and High-Quality Instructional Materials: A Path to Instructional Excellence
Too often, school systems treat academics and staffing as
separate efforts when they are deeply intertwined. A strong investment in educator excellence, beginning with educator preparation programs and continuing through leadership development, is essential to realize the full potential of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM).
In this report, you will
- Explore three primary staffing challenges in today’s education systems.
- Identify a vision for aligning people, time, and HQIM to ensure that all future and veteran teachers are equipped and empowered to use HQIM.
- Delve into role-specific actions for educator preparation programs (EPPs), school and school system leaders, state education agencies and state policy makers, technical assistance providers, and philanthropy.
Related Resources

Digital Implementation Dashboard
Consistently collect and monitor state- or district-wide implementation data. This convenient data monitoring system allows for easy input of data related to implementation actions, provides clear, easy-to-understand data visualizations, and allows you to identify broader trends in implementation.

High-Quality Instructional Materials Implementation Tool Companion Guide
The companion guide supports your measurement of and planning for the next steps in your HQIM implementation journey. Get detailed support in three areas: 1) Assemble the team, 2) Measure your implementation, and 3) Plan the next steps.