Illustrative Mathematics (IM) 6–8 Math is a problem-based curriculum for grades 6–8 that helps students learn math by solving problems in real-world and mathematical contexts:

• Learning by doing
• Students learn by solving problems, constructing arguments, and practicing math.
• Research-based instruction
• Teachers use research-based routines to help students learn and make connections between concepts.
• Diverse representations
• Students see themselves in the problems they solve, which helps them connect with new concepts.
• Warm-ups and cool-downs
• Teachers use these to help guide lesson pacing and planning.
• Cool-down supports
• These help teachers identify opportunities to revisit content in future lessons.

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