ESCAPE THE BOOK!: Escape Rooms and Other Alternative Assessments

This presentation highlights engaging methods such as educational escape rooms and creative response projects in lieu of traditional assessment methods. Escape rooms transform assessment into an immersive experience, where students apply course concepts to solve puzzles, decode clues, and work as a team. These activities reinforce content knowledge while improving collaboration and engagement. Similarly, creative responses—such as digital storytelling, podcasts, visual art, and role-playing—encourage students to connect with material in meaningful and personal ways. Throughout the presentation, examples of these strategies in action will be shared, showcasing how they align with learning objectives and standards. Additional Alternative Assessment ideas will be shared in addition to the Escape Room format.