Arkansas

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Model
Instructionally Embedded

2022-23 Testing Windows
Fall: 9/12/22–12/16/22
Spring: 2/6/23–5/19/23

Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science

Contacts
Debbie Young, Assessment
Robin Stripling, Special Education

Arkansas Department of Education

Resources

Role
Resource Category
Content Area

DLM Score Report Videos for Instructionally Embedded Model Statesvideo
collection of videos detailing DLM score report content and use

DLM Tour Guide/Link Directory for Instructionally Embedded Model States (pdf) 04/04/2023
provides a repository of hyperlinks to both instructional and assessment resources

DLM Writing Testlets Overview
training video designed to provide test administrators with specific information about DLM writing testlets

Downloading Familiar Texts (pdf) 04/04/2023
Familiar Text Demonstration (mp4)
provides guidance on how to download familiar texts as PowerPoint presentations for printing or as EPUB books for use on tablets, such as an iPad

Educator Portal User Guide for Arkansas (pdf) 08/26/2022
provides guidance and support for users navigating Educator Portal

Educator Resource Videos for Instructionally Embedded Model Statesvideo
videos providing information about assessment format, accessibility, and Kite Educator Portal procedures

Enrollment Upload Template (csv)
template used to enroll multiple students at once in Educator Portal

Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Arkansas (pdf) 07/15/2022
supports facilitators in accessing DLM required test administration training and support resources

Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Arkansas (pdf) 07/15/2022
helps users access DLM required test administration training

Guide to Practice Activities and Released Testlets (pdf) 08/02/2022
familiarizes educators and students with testlets and Student Portal

Helpful Reminders for Instructionally Embedded Model States (pdf) 04/04/2023
includes tips and reminders regarding topics addressed in the DLM Required Test Administrator Training

Required Test Administrator Training

Training for teachers participating in 2021-22 DLM testing will become available according to your state's scheduled training date. The Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training (pdf) is a great place to start, with information about accessing the training website for the first time.