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CoAlt English Language Arts and Math Assessments - DLM

Overview

The Colorado Alternate (CoAlt) Assessment is an academic, standards-based assessment designed specifically for eligible students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. The primary purpose of the assessment program is to determine the level at which Colorado students with the most significant cognitive disabilities meet the Extended Evidence Outcomes (EEOs) of the Colorado Academic Standards.

CoAlt ELA and math assessments for each content area are administered annually in the spring. Eligible students take CoAlt in place of CMAS assessments in grades 3 through 8 and PSAT/SAT assessments in grades 9 through 11. See CoAlt science and social studies information.

English Language Arts (ELA) Assessments

  • Students in grades 3 through 11 take the grade level ELA assessment for their enrolled grade.

Mathematics Assessments

  • Students in grades 3 through 11 take the grade level math assessment for their enrolled grade.

 

Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) is the assessment vendor for the CoAlt ELA and math assessments.



Find Your District's State Assessment Contact for CoAlt Support