The 6-8 middle school science review rubric identifies the criteria and indicators for high quality instructional materials. The rubric supports a sequential review process that reflect the importance of alignment to the standards then consider other high-quality attributes of curriculum as recommended by educators.

For science, our rubrics evaluate materials based on:

• Three-Dimensional Learning
• Phenomena and Problems Drive Learning
• Coherence and Full Scope of the Three Dimensions
• Design to Facilitate Teacher Learning
• Instructional Supports and Usability