7 rules for effective eportfolios
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7 RULES FOR EFFECTIVE
EPORTFOLIOSDavid Moya
University of Houston – Clear Lake
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Objectives
■Provide ePortfolio resources■Outline effective ePortfolio guidelines■Describe framework for ePortfolio viability■Empower you to create a well rounded
ePortfolio
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Rule #1- Be Accessible
■Web-based or offline?■Free, one time fee, or
subscription? ■Who can see the
artifacts?
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Rule #2- Provide Resources
■What resources do you need to create you ePortfolio?
■Resources should enhance your ePortfolio not confuse your overall goals
■Provide the proper resource for the technology element– Academic versus public
opinion resources
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Rule #3- Great Aesthetic Quality
■Visual appeal allows the viewer to enjoy navigating the ePortfolio
■Know when enough is enough– Sometimes less is more
■Proper visuals for content– Do the visuals relate to
the over theme (Neon colors might not be appropriate for Mathematically based content)
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Rule #4- Know the Target Audience■The audience can dictate certain
choices for your portfolio– Content– Depth versus breadth of
knowledge– Visuals– Preference over software used
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Rule #5- Keep an open mind
■There are multiple platforms to create an ePortfolio, be open to try new programs
■If someone is critical of your ePortfolio, see how you can use the information for improvement and move on
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Rule #6- Have a peer review
■An outsider looking into your ePortfolio could see glaring mistakes you might overlook
■They might offer additional resources to enhance your work
■New opportunities could be made by simply asking the right person
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RULE #7 – Do not lose sight of your ePortfolios goal■Your visuals are perfect, the grammar is on point,
you selected the right software to create an intuitive experience for the viewer, yet…– The content drifts– Meaning is loss– Misunderstandings– Trimming the fat (what is excessive)
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Conclusion■ePortfolios provide a comprehensive way to
compile artifacts■Resources can bring validity to the content■Growth can easily be assessed■Flexibility and innovation is key■Visuals can be a great way to enhance the
viewers experience