Electronic Portfolios: Powerful Tools for Student Learning and Outcomes Assessment
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Vivienne Carr, Rosemary Skeele, David Middleton, Seton Hall University, United States
EdMedia + Innovate Learning, in Vancouver, Canada ISBN 978-1-880094-62-4 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), Waynesville, NC
Abstract
The implementation of electronic portfolios at both the program and college level have proven effective in reporting assessment outcomes. Evidence of learning outcomes is demonstrated through quantitative and qualitative analysis with two types of portfolios, Career (University Life) Portfolios as well as Standards-Based Portfolios. These portfolios organize student products by proficiencies or standards, track progress and aggregate data for interpretation and presentation to accrediting bodies. A research study was designed to understand the impact of portfolios on student learning and gauge whether or not Career Portfolios compliment or complicate the development of a Standards-Based Portfolio. The research provides evidence that electronic portfolios for both assessment and support of ongoing learning are complementary activities in higher education. Recommendations assist colleges to develop portfolios that are reflective and encourage students to engage in the portfolio process.
Citation
Carr, V., Skeele, R. & Middleton, D. (2007). Electronic Portfolios: Powerful Tools for Student Learning and Outcomes Assessment. In C. Montgomerie & J. Seale (Eds.), Proceedings of ED-MEDIA 2007--World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications (pp. 3237-3243). Vancouver, Canada: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved March 28, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/25838/.
© 2007 Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
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