This is an Education & Training prompt.  I want to move beyond traditional exams and explore alternative assessment strategies for my course on [TOPIC W]. Can you suggest three different assessment methods that allow students to demonstrate their understanding in diverse ways? For each method, please describe:
* **The format:** What will the assessment look like?
* **The benefits:** What are the advantages of this method?
* **Examples:** Provide concrete examples of how it can be implemented. 
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