Accessible Teaching, Learning, & Assessment Systems (ATLAS)
ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students. We create technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Our center serves all students, including students with disabilities and struggling learners, as well as their educators.
We specialize in map-based learning systems that are informed by research on skill development, assessment design, and teacher professional development. Our grant-funded research includes:
- writing instruction with the Shared Writing Instructional Model (SWIM) project,
- science professional development with the 5E-SESE project,
- support for teacher trainers with the Special Educator Technology-Based Training of Trainers (SETTT) for Success project, and
- science assessment design with the I-SMART project.
We also foster partnerships with diverse organizations that share our focus and commitment to quality learning experiences for all students.
Our center develops and delivers state assessments. The Dynamic Learning Maps® (DLM®) Alternate Assessment System assesses students with the most significant cognitive disabilities in English language arts, mathematics, and science. We also offer custom social studies alternate assessments. Our broader state assessments include the Kansas Assessment Program, the Career Pathways Assessment System, and the Kansas English Language Proficiency Assessment.
For more information, visit the ATLAS website.
