Indiana Administrative Code Title 520 - COMMISSION ON TEXTBOOK ADOPTIONS
Indiana Administrative Code - Title 520: COMMISSION ON TEXTBOOK ADOPTIONS
Title 520 of the Indiana Administrative Code governs the Commission on Textbook Adoptions, which was historically responsible for the adoption and approval of textbooks used in Indiana public schools. This title outlines rules and procedures regarding:
Key Areas Typically Covered (historically):
Textbook Adoption Cycles
Timelines and processes for how often textbooks are reviewed and adopted.
Evaluation Criteria
Standards used to evaluate textbooks, including alignment with state academic standards.
Publisher Requirements
Regulations on how publishers submit materials for review, including pricing, format, and content requirements.
Adoption Procedures
Guidelines for the Commission’s meetings, decision-making processes, and formal adoption lists.
Local School District Flexibility
Rules for school corporations on selecting textbooks, including provisions for alternative materials.
Funding and Reimbursement
Rules related to textbook rental fees, assistance for low-income families, and state reimbursement policies.
Important Note:
As of recent reforms (especially post-2011), the formal Commission on Textbook Adoptions has been dissolved, and textbook adoption decisions have largely been devolved to local school corporations. However, remnants of Title 520 may still exist in the IAC for historical reference or narrow use cases.
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