Iowa
Model
Instructionally Embedded
2023-24 Testing Windows
Fall
Phase 1: September 11 – October 27, 2023
Phase 2: October 30 – December 22, 2023
Spring
Phase 1: February 5 – March 22, 2024
Phase 2: March 25 – May 17, 2024
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Jennifer Denne, Assessment
Tiffiny Poage, Special Education
There is no process for remote administration for the DLM assessment. Administration is to only take place in person.
Resources
DLM Score Report Videos for Instructionally Embedded Model States
collection of videos detailing DLM score report content and use
DLM Training for District Roles 08/01/2023
includes short, interactive lessons for assessment coordinators, data managers, technology managers, and district and building administrators, as well as general lessons regarding DLM vocabulary and what’s new for the current school year
DLM Writing Testlets Overview
training video designed to provide test administrators with specific information about DLM writing testlets
Educator Portal User Guide (pdf)
provides guidance and support for users navigating Educator Portal
Educator Resource Videos for Instructionally Embedded Model States
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 Instructionally Embedded Model States (pdf)
supports facilitators in accessing DLM required test administration training and support resources
Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training for Instructionally Embedded Model States (pdf)
helps users access DLM required test administration training
Guide to Practice Activities and Released Testlets (pdf)
familiarizes educators and students with testlets and Student Portal
Materials Collections for English Language Arts for Instructionally Embedded Model States
list of materials commonly needed in ELA testlets
Materials Collections for Mathematics for Instructionally Embedded Model States
list of materials commonly needed in Mathematics testlets
Materials Collections for Science
list of materials commonly needed in Science testlets
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.