Kansas

District Staff Video Resources for Instructionally Embedded Model States 
resources designed for district users, including Educator Portal how-to videos and role-specific training videos

DLM Fact Sheet (pdf)

DLM Familiar Texts for English Language Arts
resources and source books to assist in teaching students to comprehend text through listening or reading

DLM Instructionally Embedded Assessments 
This short, single-lesson module explains focuses on the premise and process of administering Dynamic Learning Maps®, or DLM®, instructionally embedded assessments.

DLM Performance Level Descriptors

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

DLM Training for District Roles
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 for Instructionally Embedded Model States (pdf) 07/31/2026
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

Kansas ELA and Mathematics Essential Elements Blueprint/Selection Record (pdf)
pool of available ELA and mathematics Essential Elements and the requirements for coverage within each conceptual area

Essential Elements by Linkage Level Data for Kansas (pdf)

Essential Elements for Science (pdf)

Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training (pdf) 08/04/2026
supports facilitators in accessing DLM required test administration training and support resources

Field Test FAQ for Kansas (pdf)