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.
Missouri
Model
Instructionally Embedded
2026-27 Testing Windows
Fall: 09/14/26–12/18/26
Spring: 02/01/27–05/21/27
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Shaun Bates, Coordinator of Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment
Caryn Giarratano, Assistant Director of Assessment (MAP-A)
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Missouri Assessment Program Alternate Assessment (MAP-A)
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
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
Facilitator Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training (pdf) 08/04/2026
supports facilitators in accessing DLM required test administration training and support resources
Guides for MAP-A
Enrollment Translation Guide for MAP-A (xlsx) 07/28/2026
This spreadsheet provides guidance to the user on how to complete the DLM CSV enrollment template to upload students for enrollment.
Roster Translation Guide for MAP-A (xlsx) 07/28/2026
This spreadsheet provides guidance to the user on how to complete the DLM CSV roster template to upload students to create rosters.
TEC (Test, Exit, Clear) Upload Template Translation Guide (pdf)
This PDF provides guidance to the user on how to remove multiple students from Educator Portal at one time.
User Translation Guide for MAP-A (xlsx) 07/28/2026
This spreadsheet provides guidance to the user on how to complete the DLM CSV user template to upload teachers and other Educator Portal users.
Guide to DLM Required Test Administrator Training (pdf) 08/04/2026
helps users access DLM required test administration training
Guide to Practice Activities and Released Testlets (pdf) 08/04/2026
familiarizes educators and students with testlets and Student Portal
How to Interpret and Use DLM Score Reports for Instructionally Embedded Model States
This short, single-lesson module explains the contents and uses of score reports for the Dynamic Learning Maps®, or DLM®, alternate assessment.
Required Test Administrator Training
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.