Talking to Parents about DLM Score Reports for Year-End Model for 2021–22 (pdf)
formerly called the Teacher Interpretive Guide, this document helps teachers when talking to parents about DLM student reports for 2021–2022
Illinois
Model
Year-End
2023-24 Testing Windows
Instructionally Embedded: 9/11/23–2/23/24
Spring: 3/13/24–5/8/24
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Pam Hartwig, Assessment
Laura Quimby, Special Education
Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
Resources
Technology Specifications Manual (pdf) 07/21/2023
supports technology personnel in preparing schools for the technology needs of the DLM assessment
TEC (Test, Exit, Clear) Upload Template (csv)
template used to batch remove students from Educator Portal
Test Administration Manual (pdf) 08/08/2023
supports Test Administrators in preparing themselves and students for the DLM assessment
User Upload Template (csv)
template used to upload multiple users into Educator Portal
Using Mini-Maps to Plan Instruction
PDF containing information on how to use mini-maps to plan instruction
Required Test Administrator Training
The 2023-2024 training will become available via the Training tab in Educator Portal according to your state's scheduled training date. Refer to the Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for instructions on accessing and completing the training. Facilitators should refer to the Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training.