For AP Psychology Courses

STUDENT PACKET FOR PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL
Chantel M. Peltier
(You may download this packet from cpeltier.weebly.com under AP Psychology, Current Assignments, Download File)

INTRODUCTION

As discussed in class, for your final project, you will be putting together a portfolio of various works
throughout the second semester. A portfolio is not simply a compilation of of your graded/completed
work, but a review of practice where you have the opportunity to correct mistakes, reflect on your growth,
and be an active participant in your final grade.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Please read through all guidelines carefully and review the criteria for grading. You should
begin your development of the portfolio at the beginning of the semester. Portfolios require time
to develop them and for you to learn and get the most from the experience.

Make sure that your portfolio includes a cover page, a table of contents, and a list of references
at the end. References should also be cited on each page contained in your portfolio where
necessary (inquiry question research papers, current article summaries, etc.)

The most critical component of your portfolio will be your reflective narrative on each section.
Make sure that you reflect on the questions listed in your guidelines. I must know what you have
learned from each section. Your reflections should also discuss information that related to what
we have covered in class or that you have read in your textbook.

You must also include a blank criteria rating form at the back of your portfolio for my grade and
comments. Please include a completed assessment form evaluating your experience of
developing the portfolio.

Before formal submission to your teacher, make sure you complete the checklist.

Your portfolio must be submitted in hardcopy format.

If you have any questions about your portfolio development process, please feel free to contact
me. cpeltier@windham.k12.ct.us

GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPING A PSYCHOLOGY PORTFOLIO

Required Contents

Your portfolio should reflect your creativity, thinking and imagination and demonstrate that you have
learned the various concepts discussed in class or from your readings in psychology.

Your portfolio should include material that you have completed on the following topics; personality
and intelligence, motivation, emotion and stress, abnormal psychology, treatments of psychological
disorders, and social psychology.

Your portfolio should begin with a title page, similar to the one at the beginning of this packet.

Your portfolio should include a table of contents with proper labels in order for the teacher to access
and assess information easily.

Your portfolio should include a reference page at the end. This must be in APA format.

Your portfolio should include the following sections; weekly inquiry question reports, weekly article
summaries, unit scrapbook pages, research papers, vocabulary quizzes, unit tests, and Socratic
seminar reflections.

Your portfolio must include a series of cover letters for each designated section in which you reflect
on your practice. It is recommended that your discuss your portfolio with your instructor if you
have any questions or concerns or are unclear on what you must complete.

Written Reflections
Each section of your portfolio should be accompanied by a written reflection. This is a critical
component of your grade. Failure to complete reflections will result in significant loss of credit.
Your reflections should be included at the beginning of each section.
You should also include an introduction page which provides a narrative overview at the beginning of
your portfolio.
Your written reflections should address many of the following questions. Be aware, that you are not
limited to just these questions.
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(For Scrapbook pages) What prompted you to choose these particular pictures? Article? Topic?
Which psychological topic, principles and theories are involved?
(For Vocab Quizzes) How did you prepare for these?
How did the activity, item, or object help you learn something new?
What did you learn specifically?
(For Unit Tests) How prepared were you?
Can you describe any connection or relationship between the item, activity or object and other subject areas
or life situations?
What did you think about as you worked through the task?

A reference source should be included on each article or item in your portfolio where necessary. This is
in addition to a complete listing of sources on a reference page at the end of your portfolio. Please use
APA format for this master list.

Portfolio Evaluation
Your teacher will evaluate your portfolio using some of the following criteria:
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There is an introduction cover letter

There are substantive written reflections about each selection
Organization of portfolio
The portfolio contains a table of contents
Contents illustrate particular concepts and theories
Contents illustrate learning by student
Portfolio displayed in a clear and creative manner
Portfolio includes summary and listing of references in APA format

References:
King, Rosalyn M., Dr. Student Packet for Portfolio Development. N.p., n.d. Web. 2016.
<www.psyking.net>.

CRITERIA FOR PORTFOLIO EVALUATION

Style of Presentation (25 Points)
_____ Format and Organization (10)
_____ Cover Sheet (5)
_____ Contains Table of Contents (5)
_____ Articles/Objects (typed clearly and presented) (5)
Total Points: _____
Written Analyses/Examples of Learning Clear and Evident (50 Points)
_____ Author clearly provides narrative statements about the articles/objects included, why they are
included, and why they are examples of learning (20)
_____ Author convinces reader of learning and provides clear evidence of learning (20)
_____ Author provides self-corrections on various items included (10)
Total Points: _____
Breadth of Coverage (65 Points)
_____ Includes substantive information that extends understanding. It is not a mere regurgitation of
classroom material only (20)
_____ Includes the various areas of coverage for semester 2 (20)
_____ Includes all required materials/items as found on the checklist (25)
Total Points: _____
References (10 Points)
_____ Author lists and cites sources throughout the portfolio (2.5)
_____ Author lists all web addresses for sources (2.5)
_____ Portfolio contains a reference page at the end in proper APA format (5)
Total Points: _____
Total Points: ________/150_
INSTRUCTORS COMMENTS: