Presented by: Robin Turner, Randolph CTC

Assisted by: Ranesa Reese Arlene Wells

CREATING A DIGITAL PORTFOLIO

Definition and purpose of a digital portfolio? (DP)Guidelines and considerationsRecommended equipment and softwareDesign basicsChallenges/disadvantages of electronic portfoliosType of materials/information to includeAssessmentResources

Overview

A purposeful collection of student workAllows students to use multimedia to display achievements, experiences and abilitiesMeans for students to showcase creativityAn electronic archive that should begin early in the school year

Digital Portfolio

Provide written guidelinesHave students plan out portfolio first (create an outline or storyboard)Collect materials, i.e. documents, photos, work samples, certificates, resume, etc. (should be ongoing)Edit all materials well; use quality photographs (edit if possible)Have students thank those that have assisted or had an impact on students

Guidelines for Developing Portfolios

Be realistic about design and expectationsAllow students to have input on contentsClearly communicate implementation strategies and timelinesGuide students in being selective and limiting contentAllow for continuous improvement and growthMake sure portfolio content meets the needs of those assessing the work

Guidelines for Developing Portfolios

Digital camera, video cameraComputer w/ Internet accessMultimedia program, i.e. PowerPointWord processing software, i.e. MS WordPDF conversion softwareScannerPortable media

Required/Suggested Equipment/Materials

Before They Start

USE PROPER FILE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

1. Create a Master Student Portfolio Folder2. Create sub-folders for documents,

multimedia (video, sound), graphics (photos)

3. Make sure to save all materials inside the correct sub-folders within master folder

4. Hyperlinks should be direct to sub-folder contents

Do not type in all capsDo not use all caps on script or decorative fonts–MY CLASSROOM PORTFOLIO

Create and stick to color scheme for slidesUse light text with dark backgrounds and dark text with light backgroundsLight backgrounds are best as eye absorbs colorMake sure clip art and graphics represent slide content

Basic Design Principles

Types of Materials Suggested ContentsPhotosMusicVideoSlide ShowsAnimationsPicturesDocumentsWork Samples

Table of ContentsResumeReferencesLetter(s) of RecommendationAutobiographyVideoWriting SamplesJob EvaluationsCommunity Service EvidenceSamples of ProjectsDocumentsTranscripts

What to Include

DisadvantagesElectronic portfolios work best with students who have the technological capabilities to develop and maintain their own portfoliosMonitor to ensure students are not sharing personal informationWeb information easily assessable to othersIdeas, documents, pictures, work samples, etc. may be taken and used without permission

Challenges

Can be very labor intensiveRequire technology resources that may not be availableTeachers need to be technology literate to assist studentsStudents who are not creative may be intimidated by othersThis is an eternal assignment

Challenges

Do not include personal contact information on information that will be posted publicly

Be selective with who they share information

Monitor pictures posted online

Have students get permission to include photos of others

Employers and colleges use Internet to screen

Teachers should obtain parental permission for student photos on websites or professional portfolios

Monitor with Care!

Create a rubricConsider students’ individual creative talents and technical abilityShare grading rubric with students at beginning of projectHave students perform a self-assessmentAllow students to present completed portfolio

Assessment

Video production, digital imaging and web page creation www.Nortellearnit.org Electronic Portfolios in the K-12 Classroomhttp://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech111.shtml http://electronicportfolios.com Overview of electronic portfolios (student and professional)http://eduscapes.com/tap/topic82.htm Tutorials for creating electronic portfolios using a variety of software formatshttp://www.electronicportfolios.com/portfolios/howto/tutorials.html

Resources