I was not that active this week in 486 due to a prior engagement. However I can reflect from the class on Tuesday evening was openly discussing the use of portfolios.
In our group, we acknowledged pros and cons as well as the evolution from paper, hard copy portfolios to those available in technology world. For pros, we discussed how portfolios are portable and easy to access for number of items. In the high tech portfolio, we determined that many people can view the portfolio at once. Portfolios help you look professional and organized. It also allows you to share and express your creativity.
For cons, we discussed how the difference in paper versus technology accessed portfolios can make or break your hard work. In order for people to access you electronic portfolio, you must have knowledgeable viewers to operate the portfolio successfully. Sometimes, they can be expensive and we can easily encounter hardware or software malfunctions. We decided that it is always a good idea to have a hard copy with you in case any malfunctions can occur. Lastly, electronic portfolios can detract from the actual presentation.
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Janna, I actually think in the long-run a digital portfolio can be cheaper and more reliable (safer, protected) than a paper-based portfolio. The deal-breaker for lots of folks is updating and maintaining a professional ePortfolio, but the same problems happen with paper-based products. I can't remember the last time I updated my resume!
In an ideal world, our portfolios (paper or digital) would always be up-to-date and shareable. After all, we want to model professional practice for our students. Yet, in truth, I have paid attention to my resume and ePortfolio only when going through a career or job change. Once I am ensconced in a job, I let my portfolio languish. It takes discipline to keep these documents current and viable.
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