Middle School Math Teachers’ Curricular Reasoning Toolkit

Curricular reasoning is the thinking process teachers use to make instructional decisions by considering interactions among curriculum, mathematics, students, and teacher knowledge in order to design and implement effective learning experiences.

What's included

Observation Tool

Walk the 14-indicator CR-OA rubric — either as an observer watching the lesson, or as the teacher reflecting on your own. Click any indicator for its full definition and examples, and export a PDF when complete.

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Teacher Survey

A guided self-reflection survey aligned to each CR-OA indicator. Complete the form and generate a downloadable PDF summary to guide professional conversations.

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Teacher Resources

A curated library of videos, articles, and materials organized by CR-OA indicator and category to support professional growth and understanding.

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Training

Structured training modules and professional learning pathways to build deep understanding of the CR-OA framework for coaches, teachers, and administrators.

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