CELDT Fundamentals Videos

Each of the following short videos, posted as streaming media, provide basic CELDT information to new coordinators, trainers, and other staff. It is highly recommended that you watch these videos prior to attendance at a statewide or local/regional Scoring Training of Trainers (STOT) workshop.

CELDT Overview

  • Purposes of the CELDT
  • Domains
  • Grade Spans
  • Scoring—Local vs. Official

Who Takes the CELDT?

  • Initial vs. Annual Assessment (AA)
  • Special Category Students
  • Obtaining Previous CELDT Scores
  • Unusual Testing Scenarios
  • Testing Outside the AA Window

CELDT Administration Basics

  • Test Materials
  • Test Examiners
  • Individual vs. Group Administration
  • Practice Items
  • Test Timing
  • Scoring and Reports of Results
  • Testing Variations, Accommodations, and Modifications

The CELDT Student Performance Level Score Report

  • Score Calculations
  • Performance Levels
  • The Overall Score
  • Additional Information on the Report