Mod 14 Curriculum Selection Activity 1

School Guidelines for Textbook Selection

Criteria Selection: The following should be take into consideration when selecting textbooks

1. Cultural Relevance -

• Multiple levels of text (social, moral, trade, cultural)
• Multiple, well-developed universal themes
• Provides multiple opportunities to practice with real world issues

Cultural Relevance: Textbooks reflect the cultural experiences and histories of all students in the classroom.

1. Text Complexity

• Multiple layers of complex meaning
• Complex, implicit, and unconventional narrative structure
• Complex narration
• Frequent manipulations of time and sequence in structure
• Frequent use of abstract, figurative, and/or connotative language or irony

Accessibility: Ensure that the textbooks are accessible to all learners, including those with disabilities. Consider formats such as audio books, large print, or digital versions to accommodate different learning needs.

1.  Elements

• No signs of racism, sexism, ageism, antisemitism, anti-LGBTQ+, xenophobia

• No use of racial, religious, gendered, or any type of slurs.

Diversity and Representation: Textbook features diverse characters and perspectives, including those from different races, cultures, abilities, and backgrounds.

1. Visual Support

• Graphics are included  
• Pictures are provided

Differentiated Instruction: Choose textbooks that allow for differentiated instruction, so that each student can access the content in a way that meets their individual learning needs.