1. Introduction to e portfolio

1.1. terminologies used in e portfolio

1. General Terms

  • E-Portfolio (Electronic Portfolio) – A digital collection of artifacts demonstrating learning, skills, and experiences.

  • Digital Portfolio – Similar to an e-portfolio, often used interchangeably.

  • Showcase Portfolio – Highlights the best work for employment or academic applications.

  • Learning Portfolio – Focuses on the learning process, including reflections and growth.

  • Assessment Portfolio – Used for evaluating competencies in academic or professional settings.

2. Components of an E-Portfolio

  • Artifacts – Digital files (documents, videos, presentations, etc.) that serve as evidence of learning or skills.

  • Reflections – Written or recorded thoughts on learning experiences and growth.

  • Metadata – Descriptive information (tags, dates, categories) attached to artifacts for organization.

  • Learning Goals/Objectives – Statements outlining what the portfolio aims to demonstrate.

  • Biography/About Me – A personal introduction highlighting background and aspirations.

3. Technical & Design Terms

  • Platform – The software/tool used to create the e-portfolio (e.g., WordPress, Mahara, Wix, Google Sites).

  • Template – Pre-designed layouts for organizing content.

  • Hyperlinks – Clickable links connecting different sections or external resources.

  • Embedding – Integrating multimedia (videos, slideshows) directly into the portfolio.

  • Responsive Design – Ensures the portfolio displays well on all devices (mobile, desktop).

4. Educational & Professional Terms

  • Lifelong Learning Portfolio – Tracks continuous personal and professional development.

  • Competency-Based Portfolio – Demonstrates mastery of specific skills or standards.

  • Capstone Portfolio – A culminating project summarizing academic or professional achievements.

  • Peer Review – Feedback from colleagues or classmates on portfolio content.

5. Assessment & Feedback Terms

  • Rubric – A scoring guide used to evaluate portfolio quality.

  • Self-Assessment – The creator’s own evaluation of their work.

  • Formative Assessment – Ongoing feedback for improvement.

  • Summative Assessment – Final evaluation of the portfolio’s effectiveness