Prepared by: Miss Samah Ishtieh Student Portfolio Prepared by: Miss Samah Ishtieh 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Out line:- * Definition * Purposes * Uses * Forms * Portfolio Development * Portfolio Process * More Uses for Portfolio * Pitfalls to Avoid * Avoid 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Portfolio Definition “ Is Alternative authentic assessment method that: * Invites active student learning * Provides an opportunity for instructors to tailor assessment strategies based on student –learning outcomes. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Are collections of selected student work representing: an array of performance. صف الاداء a container of evidence: Knowledge, skills, achievement. communication of significant growth and achievement. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Purposes: Tool for discussion of common goals with peers , instructors, others. To show evidence of new knowledge and understanding. To show accomplishment of course material. Track skills you have and also skills you want to acquire. Learn to recognize your strengths. Build confidence. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Student Portfolio Uses 1. Career portfolios: Demonstrate skills & supplement resume and cover letter. Assessment portfolios: Help determine if students have mastered information, skills, concepts. Developmental portfolios: Help students make connections and articulate the intangible. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Forms of Portfolio: 1. Paper Portfolio 2. CD / DVD Portfolio 3. Electronic Portfolio 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

- Word files – either printed or submitted electronically. Advantages: 1. Paper Portfolio: * Media Used - Word files – either printed or submitted electronically. Advantages: 1. Easiest to make 2. Highest solution 3. Student’s focus more on content. Disadvantages: 1. Usually only one copy exists: hard to share. 2. Mistakes can be hard to fix. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

2. Presentation: power point 3. Audio / video Advantages: 2. CD / DVD Portfolios * Media Used 1. Web design 2. Presentation: power point 3. Audio / video Advantages: Similar to web portfolios No bandwidth problems Disadvantages: 1. Similar to web portfolios 2. Can not be updated 3. Costs 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Portfolio Development Your portfolio should include the following: I. Resume II. Goals III. Work Experience IV. Educational Experience V. Miscellaneous 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Format * Three-ring binder preferred * Title page if not on cover * Index * Dividers for each section 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

I. Resume * Include an overview of your professional & technical experiences. * No special format is required II. Goals This section should contain your professional goals: * Clearly state your current situation. * Identify where you intend to be in the future as a result of earning a degree. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

III. Work Experience * Most important part of your portfolio. * Contains a chronological list of work experience from earliest to most recent. * Match with your resume. * Provide detailed information about work experience from each position held. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Each list of work experience should contain the following: A. Place of Employment. B. Position Description. C. List of skills or competencies required to perform the job. D. Evidence of training associated with this particular job such as certificates, workshops, or seminars. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

E. Authentic Artifacts that reflect competence such as: * Letters of validation * Items developed F. Letter of verification of these materials from your supervisor. Each additional list of work experience should identify a progressive growth of competencies Or Demonstration of different skills and competence. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

IV. Educational Experiences Should include evidence of educational experiences that were completed outside of traditional schooling environments. Evidence should include: * Certificates * Diplomas * Documents * Organizational licenses 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

V. Miscellaneous Should contain anything not previously included that reflects technical competence. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Portfolio Process Step One: * Work Philosophy * Goals * Planning ( use SWAT analysis) Step Two : * Gather Artifacts: certificates, letters, work sample, photos, projects. * Resume ( use in conjunction with your portfolio 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Update Resume and references , create support materials. Step Three: Update Resume and references , create support materials. Step Four: * Purchase Supplies and Assemble the portfolio = Work philosophy and goals = Resume = Letters of Recommendation, certificates, community services, references. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Assembling your Portfolio * Schedule time in your calendar * Organize your work skill into skill areas. * Put all documents into sheet protectors. Step Five: * Use it in an interview or review. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

More Uses for Portfolio * Interviewing for a job. * Overview of abilities. * To demonstrate your abilities in a performance review. * To obtain a promotion. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Preparing Tips * Never put original work in your portfolio. * Do not be too humble , it helps you to talk about yourself and your accomplishments. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Pitfalls to Avoid * Portfolio Goals not clear faculty and / or students. * Portfolio that try to do too much. * Portfolio that try to work in isolation. * Portfolio that cover-use technology. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Avoid * Giving out your address, phone number, social security number. * Do not give out information / ideas you don’t want to see somewhere else. 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh

Thanks Good Luck 4/19/2018 Miss Samah Ishtieh