Unitec Eportfolio

An ideal eportfolio system should allow flexible input (each item can carry its own metadata and be treated as a unique object), organization (objects/artifacts can be hierarchically organized in folders), retrieval (objects can be searched based on eportfolio owner’s specifications), and display (items can be grouped and permission granted to intended audience). If these criteria are followed, an eportfolio can be used as a very versatile tool to meet the needs of all potential participants in the process.

Components Eportfolios can include a wide range of information: Personal information Education history Recognition – awards and certificates Reflective comments Coursework – assignment, projects Instructor comments Previous employer comments Goals, plans Personal values and interests Presentations, papers Personal activities – volunteer work, professional development All of the artifacts included should have a purpose – they should demonstrate a skill, an attribute, and learning acquired from experience. Process of Eportfolio Creation Varying processes exist to detail the portfolio creation process. One of the simpler models (ePortfolio Portal, 2004) is based on four broad activities: Collecting items for the portfolio Selecting items best able to demonstrate competence Reflecting on the items selecting in order to demonstrate learning derived from experiences Connecting various aspects of life – personal, learning, work, and community