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DIGITAL MEDIA FOR PORTFOLIOPortfolios have long been used in education to represent a student's or educator's best workToday, Folders are being replaced by "e-portfolios or digital portfolios -- engaging electronic showcases of the user's best work put together with software and services that help with the collection, collation and organization of work highlights.Knowing how to use e-portfolio tools is important as education moves toward project-based learningE-portfolios also are increasinglyde rigueur ( required by etiquette or current fashion ) for professionals, especially those looking for a new position and good position. E-portfolios are "dynamic, developmental spaces representing your professional 'self' ."They are becoming standard practice for academics, students, and professionals and typically include examples of skills and achievements, as well as a reflective blog element."E-portfolios can be developed in a variety of ways, from simple (and free) blogging platforms, to modules in learning management systems, to dedicated software programs and services. One of the benefits of e-portfolios -- no matter what environment they're being used in -- is that they are capable of representing a continuum of work, and that different elements and experiences along that continuum can be connected. E-portfolios vary widely in their capabilities and extensibility. For e-portfolio, weigh your list of needs, both present and anticipated, against the capabilities and costs of the many options currently available to create portfolio.Paper Portfolio Digital PortfolioCan deteriorate over time, susceptible to environmental degradation moisture, sunlight etc.Enduring.Often time bound and discontinuousProvides continuity and can be lifelong.Not easily mobile, transport can be difficult.Totally Mobile.A reproduction can be time consuming and inevitably not look as good.Freely and easily reproducible.Table of contents and possibly index, requires physical presence. Can be slow to cross references of given term.Fully searchable instantly and always available to be searched.Not easily and certainly not simultaneously.Enables collaborative work.Could be a limited and time-bound resourceCan be a live resource for othersNeed to be physically present.Easily reviewable by any one, any time, anywhereNeeds to copied and distributed to enable multiple viewers and markers. Can be reviewed, Marked by multiple viewers simultaneously. A FeedbackFixed layout and format.Allows different organizational viewDifferent layouts are difficult to produce and are always (paper) media bound or may also contain different media Samples The views represent different functions for digital or e-portfolio: progression, showcases and competencies etc.A fashion PortfolioAfashion design portfoliois a very important tool for any designer.It contains samplings of the best work done by that designer. When put together properly, a fashion designportfolio can help jump start a career with lucrative job offers. A poorly put together portfolio can cost the designer jobs, so a portfolio should be built with thought and care.POINTS TO REMEMBER for Building PortfolioA good fashion design portfoliois to focus on the content. It should showcase thedesigner's creativityandunique style. Many things should be highlighted in the portfolio includingsketching ability, knowledge of how to use color,textile understanding,design development, andproblem solving skills.Sketched illustrations should be in theportfolioso the potential client knows the designer can accurately sketch his or her ideas. The sketches should be large, colored final copies of the design, if the initial sketches are available and there is room in the portfolio, include those as well. This shows the development of the design from start to finish. Each collection should include fabric swatches that show of what the designs should be made. Small squares are preferred, but make sure they are large enough to show any texture or pattern that may be a part of the fabric.

Group the samples by collections. It is perfectly acceptable if there is only one collection in the portfolio.

Make sure everything is in the fashion design portfolio including mood boards and flats. Include any items that may have inspired the designs, such as photographs, paintings, or certain textures. Large, color photos of any completed designs should be included in the portfolio.

See that you provide diverse examples of work such as daytime dress, skirts, jackets, coats, pants, and evening ensembles.

Many designers who are just starting out in afashion careerwill have his or her work arranged in a binder, but when it can be afforded, a more professional, larger portfolio should be obtained for the work. Some designers are even going digital and either putting their portfolio on compact disc or online. This allows portfolios to easily be sent anywhere. Considercreating a web siteto highlight the portfolio, making sure it looks professional. To do this you may need to hire aweb designer, which may initially be costly, but can pay off in the long run. Images, sketches, photos, and swatches can be scanned or photograph to be included in a digital portfolio.POINTS TO REMEMBER WHEN CREATING A PORTFOLIOMake it interesting and enjoyable.Keeping the potential client's interest is imperative. The portfolio should open and end with an incredible piece to both set the tone and leave a lasting impression.Keep it simple.An overly complicated, overly stuffed portfolio can be distracting.Keep it up to date.Keep adding new work to keep up with current trends in fashion. Some designers use only designs that they have made within the last three years to keep things current.Include only the best designs.Remember that three or four strong, attractive designs are better than eight or nine so-so designs.Make the portfolio flow and be interesting from beginning to end.It can even be used to tell a story about the designer's growth and experience.The standard formatsused for portfolios are 8x10, 11x14,14x17, or 16x20.Take extreme care with the portfolio asit will take work and moneyto collect the information in it.Once the portfolio is ready, go through andreview each piecein case the potential client asks any questions.Dave Aguilohttp://davidaguilo.weebly.com/

Dominic Joseph-Spauldinghttp://dlj5105.weebly.com/

Taylor Hall-Massiellohttp://taylorhallmasiello.weebly.com/

Tiffany Veethttp://tiffanyveet.weebly.com/

Ryan Campbellryancampbellpsu.weebly.com

Casey Pettyhttp://cvp5142.weebly.com/

Patrick Park http://mistuhpark.weebly.com/

Richelle Reeder http://richellereeder.weebly.com/

Delisia Washingtonwww.delisiaw.weebly.com

What is a portfolio?A portfolio is a goal-driven, organized, collection of materials that demonstrates a person's expansion of knowledge and skills over time.

The contents, organization, and presentation of materials in portfolios vary depending on their audience and purpose.Types of portfoliosWorking PortfoliosDescriptiveLearning

Presentation PortfoliosAssessment Class EmploymentProfessionalShowcaseTeaching

What are Digital Professional Portfolios (DPPs)?Contain the same content traditional portfolios include but present these professional materials in digital formatAlso referred to as multimedia portfolios, electronic portfolios, e-folios, webfolios, and electronically-augmented portfoliosWhat is the DPP development process?1. Planning the portfolio: Focus & frame2. Considering portfolio contents: Collect, select, & reflect3. Designing the portfolio: Organize & produce4. Evaluating the portfolio: Perform formative & summative evaluation 5. Publishing the portfolioStage 1: Planning the DPPFocusing the portfolio - determine the purpose of the portfolio and its intended audience.Who is my audience?Why am I creating a portfolio?Framing - determine how to create continuity among the various components of the portfolio. (FRAMEWORK) How can I create continuity? (theme, standards, question)

Stage 2: Considering DPP ContentsCollectSelectReflectWhat items should be collected?ArticraftsThe articrafts are tangible evidence that indicates the attainment of knowledge and skills and the ability to apply understandings to complex tasks.Educational/leadership philosophy statementRsumProfessional development planStudent achievement dataPhotosEXAMPLESWhat items should be collected/created?Supporting documentationItems that do not fit into artifact definition. Such items provide information about the person/portfolio, but are not artifacts.ExamplesTable of contentsAuthorship statementCreditsRationale or introductory statementDedication

Selection guidelinesExamine as many artifacts as possible Determine which artifacts support the framework by asking the following questions about each artifact:Does this artifact/item meet the criteria for which I am framing my portfolio? How?

Is this artifact/item the best example(s) I can use for demonstrating these criteria? If so, why? If not, why not?

Should I include this artifact/item in my portfolio? Why? Why not?Stage 2: ReflectingA digitalportfolio without reflection is just a multimedia presentation, or a fancy electronic rsum, or a digital scrapbook.Reflective questioningHow does this artifact demonstrate competence in a particular standard?Why did I include this artifact (why is it important to me)?What did I learn as a result of using/creating this artifact?How would I do things differently as a result of the artifact?Stage 3: Designing the PortfolioOrganizingCreating a table of contents (toc.)Putting artifacts into different categories in the toc.Creating storyboardCreating a design grid (layout of pages)Stage 3: Designing the PortfolioBefore Producing - ConsiderSkillsPortfolio development processResources (Software, Hardware, People)Need to digitizeTime

ProducingTransforming artifacts and supporting documentation into digital formatCreating, testing, and building the portfolio from a templateStage 4: Evaluating the PortfolioConducting both formative and summative evaluationRevising the portfolioStage 5: Publishing the PortfolioPutting it on WWWSave on CD, DVD, USBPrint a Hard copy SHARING of portfolio with students, colleagues, professors , evaluators, employers, general viewersTools for creating DPPsTaskstreamRoads E-portfolio- Chalk and Wire PowerPointKidPixHyperstudioAdobe AcrobatWeeblyBehance.netWindows Movie MakerMany Other softwareFactors to consider when selecting tools for creating DPPsTechnical skillsAvailabilityDifficultySupportTransferabilitySupport for various media formatsFactors to consider when selecting tools for creating DPPs (contd)Multimedia environmentsPlatformsTechnical requirementsHardware and software required for viewingAudience skills required for viewing

DPP Commandments

When in doubt DON'T throw it out! Do it digital! Be organized, not frustrated!Log it or lose it! If it is nice, save it thrice! Be careful, not sorry! Give credit where credit is due! Do unto others as you would have done unto you. Create and stick to a timeline!

Step1Compile all your best work samples, including papers or articles you've written, photographs you've taken or videos you've made. If your work has been in a trade or a realm in which there is no written or visual documentation, create some by taking photos of your work, or have someone take photos of you doing the work. Save all of these artifacts in a folder on your computer, and add to it any time you do something noteworthy in your career. Likewise, save any awards, letters of praise from bosses or professors, and evaluations in the folder. Scan any pieces that are not already electronic so you'll have them in digital format.

Step2Create a new presentation in a software program such as PowerPoint, Keynote or Corel Presentations. Create an attractive title page for your portfolio by including your name in large lettering and a photo of yourself doing the work you do, or an image of the work that you do. The title page can also include your title -- such as "Architect," "Registered Nurse," or "Teacher" in smaller lettering just under your name.Summerising StepsStep3Create a table of contents page as the second slide, detailing what is contained in the portfolio. Your portfolio may evolve as you get going or as you add information over time, so don't forget to alter your table of contents to reflect those changes. To start out, your table of contents could list sections such as "Background," "Education," "Work Samples" and "Recommendations." Following each heading, add a description for each page and the name of the page.

Step4Create title pages for each section, and include relevant photos or images on the title pages. For example, your "Education" title page could include a photo of you working with a professor, or you could include your graduation photo. Your "Work Samples" title page could include photos of you at work.Step6Add a musical soundtrack or a voiceover to the presentation. Presentation software also allows you to dictate how long each slide will stay up before moving on to the next slide; review each slide and its length to ensure it looks good and gives the viewer enough time to absorb the information.Step5Create new slides to which you can add relevant information for each section. For example, your "Work Samples" section should include slides that display the work you've done through photos, scanned copies of news articles you've written, or other work artifacts. Your "Recommendations" section, meanwhile, can include testimonials from former employers, copies of evaluations, or letters of recommendation. For each piece of information, consider whether you need to add any additional notes to explain it. For example, if you worked with a prominent company to develop a new product, create a text box on the slide that includes a note about the company, the role you had and the date you completed the work.Step7Review the portfolio and get feedback from colleagues and friends about its length, flow, and grammar and structure. Make adjustments as advised to ensure that the document is long enough to show off the highlights of your career, but short enough to keep a future employer interested in hearing more directly from you.

Step8Save the presentation as a video file, and then upload it to a video sharing site such as Vimeo or YouTube. While it is possible to e-mail a video file to a future employer, those files are often too large to send. Instead, send the employer an e-mail inviting them to click on a link to your video -- and then include that link in the video.