Technology Facilitaion Standard IV
"Moving from overloaded scrapbooks to electonic portfolios invites possibilities for active engagement in learning and assessment..." begins the article (C. Lambert, L. Lambert, DePaepe, & Anderson, 2007), which explains an effective way of assessment and evaluation using technology. Portfolios have been used for many years, however, the electronic portfolio is becoming a new form of assessment. The electronic portfolio allows students to collect and organize data (images, video, graphics, text) electonically.
The electronic portfolio displays the knowlege and skill of a student. This form of assessment allows students to be active learners, showing creativity and individuality. The authors state electonic portfolios "have been used to enhance student learning" (Lambert et al., 2007). Electronic portfolios have become popular in teacher preparation programs. The theories of assessment the portfolios take on are "self-directive, self-reflective, and constructivist learning" (Lambert et al., 2007).
A paper portfolio is tedious and time-consuming, however, using an electronic portfolio as a means of assessment is more "appealing to students and teachers". This form of assessment allows for more objectivity and students know what is expected. Further, electronic portfolios are a means of assessment that encourage relevancy. When an assessment is relevant and meaningful it shows student achievement.
Using electonic portfolios as a means of assessment, teachers "create the opportunity to involve learners in directing, documenting, and evaluating their own learning" (Lambert et al., 2007). Students are more involved in their learning when using an electonic portfolio; they are more motivated. The article discusses a study conducted which showed that students who used this method of assessment also showed increased knowledge in technology skills.
Lambert, C., Lambert, J., DePaepe, J., & Denise Anderson. (2007). e-portfolios in action. Kappa Delta Pi
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*Rubric for a virtual tour, video research, and creation of a brochure.
*Personal electronic portfolio, created for NJCU course, which assess uses of technology, resources for learning, communication, and productivity.