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1. Based on Purpose

a. Showcase/Professional Portfolio

• Focuses on highlighting best work for job applications, promotions, or career advancement.

• Used by professionals, artists, designers, and graduates.

• Includes: Resume, projects, certifications, and testimonials.

b. Learning/Developmental Portfolio

• Tracks growth and learning progress over time.

• Commonly used in education (students and teachers).

• Includes: Drafts, reflections, feedback, and revisions.

c. Assessment Portfolio

• Used for evaluating competencies (academic or workplace skills).

• Often required in courses, certifications, or training programs.

• Includes: Rubrics, graded assignments, and instructor feedback.

d. Hybrid/Multipurpose Portfolio

• Combines showcase, learning, and assessment elements.

• Useful for students transitioning to professionals.

2. Based on Audience

a. Personal/Private Portfolio

• Used for self-reflection and personal growth.

• Not shared publicly.

b. Academic Portfolio

• Used by students and educators to document learning.

• Shared with teachers, peers, or institutions.

c. Career/Professional Portfolio

• Aimed at employers, recruiters, or clients.

• Showcases skills, experience, and achievements.

d. Public/Online Portfolio

• Accessible to anyone online (e.g., LinkedIn, personal website).

• Used for networking and personal branding.

3. Based on Format & Structure

a. Blog-Style Portfolio

• Organized in reverse-chronological order (like a blog).

• Good for writers, journalists, and content creators.

b. Project-Based Portfolio

• Focuses on individual projects with case studies.

• Common in design, engineering, and IT fields.

c. Competency-Based Portfolio

• Aligns with specific skills or standards (e.g., teaching standards for educators).

• Often used in accreditation and licensing.

d. Multimedia Portfolio

• Uses videos, animations, audio, and interactive elements.

• Ideal for filmmakers, musicians, and digital artists.

4. Specialized E-Portfolios

• Teaching Portfolio – For educators to showcase lesson plans and student feedback.

• Research Portfolio – For academics to present publications and conference work.

• Creative Portfolio – For artists, designers, and writers to display their work.

• Clinical/Medical Portfolio – For healthcare professionals to log patient cases and certifications.

Which Type Should You Use?

• Students & Learners → Learning/Assessment Portfolio

• Job Seekers → Showcase/Professional Portfolio

• Freelancers & Creatives → Multimedia/Project-Based Portfolio

• Educators → Teaching/Competency-Based Portfolio