This full day course will introduce and immerse participants in the Next Generation Science Assessment (NGSA) design approach including unpacking dimensions, developing integrated dimension maps, articulating learning performances, identifying phenomena, and designing tasks.

TAKEAWAYS:
Participants will learn the steps for designing 3-dimensional tasks that align with NGSS performance expectations, take into consideration students’ diverse backgrounds, and create their own tasks at the grade level and science topic of their choice.

SPEAKERS:
Joseph Krajcik (CREATE for STEM Institute, Michigan State University: East Lansing, MI), Christopher Harris (WestEd)

Case studies are stories with an educational goal. Subject matter suddenly makes sense. Learn how to craft a case study to achieve your teaching objectives while providing students with a compelling story that is relevant and thought provoking. Bring your laptop – you will create 2 case studies.

TAKEAWAYS:
Participants will learn how to write case studies that engage learners in context-rich problem solving, encourage critical thinking and communication skills, and can be used as authentic assessments. Learn how to transform an online video or news article into an engaging learning activity.

SPEAKERS:
Annie Prud'homme-Généreux (University of British Columbia: No City, No State)