Using PebblePad for PDP and Employability at Worcester LibbySymonds Learning and Teaching Technology Unit
What is PebblePad? E-portfolio system providing an online tool which places students at the centre of their own learning, reflection and evaluation process Allows the dynamic linking of work, reflection, goals, action plans etc.
Background Paper based Student Qualities Profile Increasing use of e-portfolio systems in HE Evaluation of systems available PebblePad selected as most appropriate by ELDG
Implementation Phase 1 [Oct 07 – Jan 08] – Staff only pilot and feedback Phase 2 [Feb 08 – May 08] – 14 small pilot groups of students with a specific learning goal Phase 3 [Sept 08 onwards] – make available to all students
PDP and PebblePad Originally developed as a system for supporting PDP at Wolverhampton Profile tool allows skills audit Reflection encouraged throughout the system Scaffolded action planning tool Versatile presentation tools for a range of audiences
PDP and PebblePad (2) Allows users to selectively share individual or groups of assets Can share with anyone via email link Ability to publish to the Web The user has complete control over their own e-portfolio
Uses of PebblePad elsewhere Wolverhampton – Pathfinder project Coventry – Add+vantage modules Surrey – Personal and Professional Development module
Issues Problems engaging students with self-directed PDP Supporting students using PebblePad Embedding PDP in the curriculum Assessment?
Access and Support http://pebblepad.worc.ac.uk All staff and students have their own e-portfolio Support from the Learning and Teaching Technology Unit Generic workshops Tailored workshops within teaching sessions
Contact details Libby Symonds Team Leader LTTU PL1.5 e.symonds@worc.ac.uk eos@worc.ac.uk