How To Improve Your ePortfolios

How To Improve Your ePortfolios

The most important thing to remember when putting together your portfolio materials is that they must be well organized and to consider organizing your portfolio on paper (storyboarding) before beginning work on the electronic version.

Carefully consider what type of media will be best for each item you want to include (images, video, audio, links, text, etc.). The simpler, the better.

Essential Components Every ePortfolio Needs

1.       Biography and Educational Background

Use this section to expand on any educational information mentioned in the bio, with qualifications listed in reverse chronological order This is also the place to list honors/awards, training certificates, publications, professional licenses, conferences/workshops, study abroad programs, internships, and scholarships. And do not forget any relevant projects, coursework, testimonials, transcripts, continuing education, presentations, and professional affiliations/memberships.

2.       Professional Experience

This section will focus on how experiences and skills are well suited to the ePortfolio owner’s professional goals, along with the careers he/she is seeking. Even if you are a student who has not yet started your career, you will still want a place to share your professional experience when you do.

3.       Performance and Skills

Displaying evidence of performance and skills will help make an ePortfolio really stand out. Start by naming the skill area, followed by the knowledge or personal traits that contribute to the individual’s success in that skill area. Also include background and specific experiences that demonstrate application of the skill. Always keep the ePortfolio's purpose and audience in mind when deciding what activities to include.

4.       Evidence of Competencies

Regardless the purpose or type of ePortfolio being created, it should always include evidence of competence in the areas of expertise being highlighted. This allows anyone viewing the ePortfolio to understand the range of skills, knowledge, and abilities of the creator.

5.       Awards and Honors

Since ePortfolios are mainly used to represent capabilities and competence in a specific field, it is important to show any honors and kudos received, awards and accolades won, certificates and training taken, and promotions or performance appraisals. Memberships in professional or educational organizations should also be highlighted.

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