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A report on e-portfolios : design features, uses, benefits, examples & emerging trends

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Academic Technology Service, ITS, University of Warwick. (2013) A report on e-portfolios : design features, uses, benefits, examples & emerging trends. Working Paper. University of Warwick, Coventry, UK: University of Warwick. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This paper gives a more sophisticated response to the rapid (re)emergence of the e­portfolio buzz­word. Starting from a basic e­portfolio design pattern, a wide range of variations are explored. The aim is to establish a body of knowledge for guiding users and technology providers, so as to achieve an ever­more appropriate and fruitful alignment of needs, designs, platforms and informed choices.

The key benefits of e­portfolio approaches are discussed, with some coverage of the variations, and suggested research and development directions. Deep and persistent diversity­creating factors are highlighted. A range of mini case studies from Warwick are then examined to throw further light upon the combinations of real and perceived needs, platform affordances and design choices. Finally, this is a fast evolving field, especially given the near ­ubiquitous adoption of platforms with e­portfolio­like elements (Facebook, LinkedIn etc). Technology and academic support services must look further forwards to emerging practices and requirements just at the edge of the institutional­perceptual horizon. We must be prepared to shape these potentially disruptive developments for the benefit of students, teachers, the institution and society.

Item Type: Working or Discussion Paper (Working Paper)
Subjects: L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB2300 Higher Education
Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA76 Electronic computers. Computer science. Computer software
Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > ZA Information resources > ZA4050 Electronic information resources
Divisions: Faculty of Arts > Theatre, Performance and Cultural Policy Studies > Centre for Cultural Policy Studies
Faculty of Social Sciences > Institute of Education ( -2013)
Administration > Information and Digital Group > Information Technology Services
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Electronic portfolios in education, Portfolios in education, Teaching -- Aids and devices , Educational technology, Audio-visual education, Instructional systems, Education, Higher -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- Technological innovations, Education, Higher -- Computer-assisted instruction, Web-based instruction
Publisher: University of Warwick
Place of Publication: University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
Official Date: 21 May 2013
Dates:
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21 May 2013UNSPECIFIED
Number of Pages: 21
Institution: University of Warwick
Status: Not Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Unpublished
Access rights to Published version: Open Access (Creative Commons)
Copyright Holders: Robert O'Toole

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