Changes in Alternate Assessment for 2015-16
Teachers new to alternate assessment will be trained on one of three dates: Sept. 8 (Newton DMACC), Sept. 10 (Panorama CSD Board Room) and Sept. 17 (Johnston Regional Education Center, Rooms 107 A/B). Primary contacts should touch base with regional directors on attendance and would attend only from 2-4:30 p.m. if attendance is suggested.
Returning teachers will complete an online certification. The AEA will not be offering support other than providing the login link as the Dynamic Learning Maps Consortium (DLM) has developed a stand-alone training and certification module.
Phase I for the K-2 ELI Reading Alternate Assessment begins this fall, with 30% of eligible students selected. Phase II for the remaining 70% will be 2016-2017. The data reporting will begin in January 2016, although teachers of students selected should teach reading and maintain evidence starting in September. Participants will be selected randomly. The Department of Education and AEA will develop trainings and support teachers. Primary contacts will receive more information as Phase I evolves in the fall.
Additional Updates for Supporting Students With Significant Cognitive Disabilities
Districts have been informed of the licensure requirements for teachers of students with significant cognitive disabilities. Teachers apply for a Part B license for 2015-2017. The Department of Education and institutes of higher education will have regional training starting in January 2016 to meet course and practicum requirements.
Throughout the fall, the Significant Disabilities Leadership Team will review and recommend DLM professional development modules to teachers and AEA staff for enhancing instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
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