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Supporting Educators in Improving Practice Through Instructional Materials

Can curriculum and instructional materials be developed to not only support students in building knowledge and skills, but also support educators in honing their practice?

Read more to learn how curriculum resources themselves have the potential to support not only students' learning but teachers' learning as well. 



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