Introduction to ePortfolios
Why an ePortfolio?
The purpose of an ePortfolio is to help you think about your learning experiences through reflective practices. The following skills will be essential to your success:
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Utilize metacognition via reflection (i.e. the awareness and understanding of one's own thought processes)
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Create and communicate multimedia representations of your learning journey supported by self-reflection and evidence.
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Utilize technology (i.e. ePortfolio website) to visually illustrate significant learning experiences
An ePortfolio will also help you become familiar with the following content:
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Understand and demonstrate self-reflection
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Begin building a self-authored digital academic record of your learning through ePortfolio development practices
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Use an ePortfolio platform to create a personal webpage
Creating Your ePortfolio Website
What is an ePortfolio?
ePortfolios are innovative tools to share your learning and expertise with audience beyond the classroom.
At IUPUI we talk about ePortfolios in five categories:
1) project based,
2) course based,
3) degree/program based,
4) personal, and
5) professionally oriented ePortfolios.
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Find out which platform fits your needs
There are endless options for your ePortfolio.
Your first step? Select a platform that works well for your audience and purpose.
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The IUPUI ePortfolio Studio supports all student, faculty, and staff ePortfolio work; our consultants have expertise in Wix, CN, and Google Sites.
IUPUI ePortfolio Design Basics
Start with the basics: You can build an engaging ePortfolio in almost any free platform with a few simple tools and design strategies.
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Visit the ePortfolio Design Tips site to read more information on:
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What to include in your ePortfolio
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Artifact selection
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Design Basics
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Get assistance from the ePortfolio Studio or Writing Center
The ePortfolio Studio is a peer-run space where you can get help creating your ePortfolio or receive feedback on what you have created. Our peer consultants are students just like you, and they’re ready to share the tips and strategies they know to take your ePortfolio to the next level.
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You can also visit the Writing Center​ for assistance with your ePortfolio.
