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Beyond Multiple Choice: What Makes an Assessment Truly 3D?

March 10, 2026

In this session, educators will explore how high-quality performance tasks capture students’ three-dimensional sensemaking beyond traditional multiple-choice assessments. Using examples from OpenSciEd, attendees will examine key criteria for designing and evaluating tasks aligned to the NRC Framework and reflect on what strong 3-Dimensional science assessment looks like in practice.

  • For questions regarding this resource, please contact Arizona Science Teachers Association (ASTA).
  • Contact Name: Sara Torres
  • Phone No: 520-709-1886
  • Email Address: astaexecdir@azsta.org