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1. What is a portfolio?Back to Top A portfolio is a systematic collection of student work that represents student activities, accomplishments, and achievements over a specific period of time in one or more areas of the curriculum. There are two main types of portfolios: Showcase Portfolios: Students select and submit their best work. The showcase portfolio emphasizes
the products of learning. STUDENTS’ REFLECTIVE ESSAY: In both types of portfolios, students write reflective essays or introductory memos to the faculty/assessment committee to explain the work and reflect on how the collection demonstrates their accomplishments, explains why they selected the particular examples, and/or describes changes in their knowledge/ability/attitude. 2. Portfolios as a data-collection method for assessmentBack to Top Portfolios can be created for course assessment as well as program assessment. Although the content may be similar, the assessment process is different.
3. Advantages and disadvantagesBack to Top Advantages of a portfolio
Disadvantages of a portfolio
4. Using portfolios in assessmentBack to Top TIP: START SMALL. Suggested steps:
Collect – Tell students where in the curriculum or co-curricular activities they will produce evidence related to the outcomes being assessed.
5. Questions to consider before adopting a portfolio requirementBack to Top
6. E-portfolios (electronic portfolios)Back to Top Traditional portfolios consist of papers in a folder. Electronic or “e-portfolios” consist of documents stored electronically. Electronic portfolios offer rich possibilities for learning and assessment, with the added dimension of technology.
7. Links to universities implementing portfoliosBack to Top Truman State University: http://assessment.truman.edu/components/portfolio/ Penn State: http://portfolio.psu.edu/ University of Denver: https://portfolio.du.edu/pc/index 8. Electronic portfolio softwareBack to Top Laulima Open Source Portfolio. Laulima has an Open Source Portfolio (OSP) tool option. Contact UH ITS for information about turning on this tool. List of E-Portfolio Software & Tools. ePortfolio-related Tools and Technologies wiki. Sources Consulted:
What is the first step for using portfolios?Step 1: The first step is to develop a process portfolio, which documents growth over time toward a goal. Documentation includes statements of the end goals, criteria, and plans for the future.
What should be the first step in planning for portfolio assessment?Suggested steps:. Determine the purpose of the portfolio. ... . Identify the learning outcomes the portfolio will address. ... . Decide what students will include in their portfolio. ... . Identify or develop the scoring criteria (e.g., a rubric) to judge the quality of the portfolio.. What are the steps in making a portfolio?How To Make A Portfolio?. Identify your best work samples. ... . Create a contents section. ... . Include your resume. ... . Add a personal statement outlining your professional goals. ... . List out your hard skills and expertise. ... . Attach samples of your best work. ... . Include recommendations and testimonials from credible sources.. Which of the following steps should be done first in implementing portfolio assessment to the students?IDENTIFYING TEACHING GOALS TO ASSESS THROUGH THE PORTFOLIO
The very first and most important part of organizing portfolio assessment is to decide on the teaching goals. These goals will guide the selection and assessment of students' work for the portfolio.
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