Complete List of Essential Elements for English Language Arts (pdf)
comprehensive list of all ELA Essential Elements currently part of the DLM learning map model
Montana

Model
Instructionally Embedded
2025-26 Testing Windows
Fall: 09/08/2025–12/19/2025
Spring: 02/02/2026–05/15/2026
Testing Subjects
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science
Contacts
Dylan Conway, Assessment
John Gorton, Special Education
Resources
Complete List of Essential Elements for Mathematics (pdf)
comprehensive list of all Mathematics Essential Elements currently part of the DLM learning map model
Currently Tested Essential Elements for English Language Arts
these PDFs provide the nodes at each linkage level and a mini-map showing the pathways between the nodes
Currently Tested Essential Elements for Mathematics
lists of PDFs for each Mathematics Essential Element available for assessment. These PDFs provide the nodes at each linkage level and a mini-map showing the pathways between the nodes
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 Familiar Texts for English Language Arts
resources and source books to assist in teaching students to comprehend text through listening or reading
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 Resource Videos for Instructionally Embedded Model States
videos providing information about assessment format, accessibility, and Kite Educator Portal procedures
Guide to Practice Activities and Released Testlets (pdf) 07/26/2024
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
The Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Alternate Assessment Consortium supports educators with professional development modules. Learn more at DLM's professional development site, hosted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.