TDA Toolkit Update Announcement
7/30/2026
PDE is pleased to announce that the Text Dependent Analysis (TDA) Toolkit has been fully updated and is now complete. The Toolkit now includes refreshed resources, clarified guidance, and improved tools designed to support high-quality TDA implementation across Pennsylvania.
The updated Toolkit includes:
- Overview & Purpose of TDA
Clear guidance on what TDA is intended to accomplish and how it supports instruction and assessment practices. - Educator Resources
Instructional supports, planning tools, and reference materials for integrating TDA effectively in classrooms. - Assessment Guidelines & Rubrics
Scoring guides, criteria, and examples to ensure consistency and clarity in evaluating student responses. - Sample TDAs & Exemplar Responses
Updated models that show high-quality student work and provide educators with practical illustrations of expectations. - Implementation Supports
Checklists, templates, and tools to help LEAs plan, monitor, and refine their TDA processes. - Professional Learning Materials
Updated modules and supports designed for training educators and teams.
