What is an ePortfolio?

An electronic document (website, eFolio, or blog)

where YOU are on display as a(n):

Educator Scholar Leader

Mentor
Learner Techie Planner

Creator
Reflector Professional And the list goes on

More Simply Put

An ePortfolio is a purposeful collection of work and information that:
represents an individual's efforts, progress and

achievements over time

is goal-driven, performance-based and indicates

evidence of the attainment of knowledge, skills and attitudes

includes self-reflection as a tool for facilitating life-

long learning and career development

Taken from: http://www.teachers.ash.org.au/jmresources/ePortfolio.htm

Why e and not 3-D?

Our world is everchangingtechnology is the new buzz word for the 21st Century, among others. Employers are going to be looking for candidates who are techsavvy, so why not show off a little by developing your very own webpresence! Your goal is to set yourself apart from every other teacher in your fieldthe e world is one that is vital to join!

Characteristics/Features of an ePortfolio
Creative and unique demonstrations of competency and success as an educator.
Multiple pieces of evidence representing experience, achievement, and professional development. Integration of learning, planning, and instructing.

An Overview of ePortfolios

Current/Relevant Artifacts
Include Evidence of:
1. Knowledge of Curriculum and Subject Matter 2. Differentiation & Subject Integration 3. Planning (cognitive, affective, and psychomotor) 4. Classroom Management 5. Communication 6. Collaboration/team work

7. Evaluation & Reflection

8. Assessment (formative and summative) 9. Technology

Content to Consider

Resume (including continuing education, committee work, volunteer work) Goals and Objectives (similar to what you would write in a cover letter) Current Awards or Certifications Transcripts Mission Statement Teaching Philosophy Lesson Plans/Unit Plans

Evaluations from other Teachers or Administrators (including University Field Coordinator Observations) Parental Communication Evidence (i.e. newsletters, notes home) Reflections on Teaching Teaching Video Professional Development Artifacts (including memberships to Educational Organizations, Professional Development days like FIRE UP!) Contact Information

Materials (i.e. photos of bulletin boards, References class trips, learning centers, collaborative work) Letters of Recommendation (Professors, Principals, University Field Classroom Management Evidence Coordinators, Cooperating Teachers, (records of strategies used) Parents, etc)

Student Evaluations

Where to Begin?
Options Pros Cons

Blog Option Example

1. Professional 1. Difficult to use due 2. Static or Post to so many parts page options 2. Cannot get 3. Numerous functions comment form off and tabs pages 3. Not easy to import documents 1. Professional 2. Easy to use 3. Click and drag options 4. Easy to upload/link 5. Blog availability 1. Only downloadable files, unless you go PRO ($)

Website Option

Example

ePortfolio Options
Websites for Teacher Page Foliospaces

ePortfolios:
Weebly Educators

Digi [cation]
Edu-Portfolio

Interfolio
Portfoliovillage

Pages

Portfoliogen

Resources/References
References:
Grand Valley State University, COE Text and Tips,

Dr. Linda McCrea

Partnerships for 21st Century Skills ePortfolios with GoogleApps Dr. Helen Barrett