The digital portfolio should identify:
- the problem selected and why it was selected
- alternative policies
- the policy selected and why it is constitutional and the best solution
- an action plan
- reflections about the process and what was learned and a backup digital binder with research, letters, etc.
Format:
The digital portfolio you send to us may be in any digital format (but make sure that you send it READ ONLY so that it can’t be changed) and in a format that is not too large, including:
- a powerpoint
- Photostory (available free online)
- a website
- a video
- a movie using Movie Maker (available free online) or other software
- Live Binders (a free online source that allows you to create interactive "binders" online and to upload pictures, videos, and other interactive content)
- Any other type of computer-based presentation that you can send by link to a website.
Creating an Electronic Portfolio:
- Create a portfolio yourself to provide an example for your students and to anticipate challenges.
- Test out your technology ahead of time where students will be working on their portfolios to ensure they have access to certain tools.
- Demonstrate each technology step-by-step with students in a lab setting.
- If you are new to using Web 2.0 resources, start small.
- Model adherence to copyright and attribution rules by having students use their own photos and videos, search copyright-free sites, and teach citation rules.
Web 2.0 Resources for Creating Electronic Portfolios (Students & Teachers)
- Due to school Internet filters, some sites may be blocked.
- All sites listed have a "free" option available.
