This document provides an overview of using Google Apps tools to create electronic portfolios (ePortfolios). It discusses the process of reflection and using technology to showcase work. It also presents examples of ePortfolios created in schools using tools like Google Sites, Docs, and Blogger. The document outlines a three level process for developing ePortfolios that progresses from collecting artifacts to reflecting on learning to selecting pieces for presentation. Overall, the document promotes ePortfolios as a way for students to take ownership of their learning and develop skills for lifelong learning through reflection and digital storytelling.

1. SitesDocsMailePortfoliosDr. Helen BarrettVideoPicasaCalendarVoice

2. Outline ContextDefinitionsProcess - ReflectionProduct – TechnologyGoogle Apps DocsSiteshttp://electronicportfolios.org

3. Purpose & ObjectivesParticipants will gain an overview of the various Google Tools and how they can be used to develop ePortfolios.Participants will see examples of ePortfolios created in K-12 schools using GoogleAppshttp://sites.google.com/site/eportfolioapps/http://slideshare.net/eportfolios

4. What are Interactive Portfolios?Portfolios using Web 2.0 tools to: reflect on learning in multiple formats

5. showcase work online to multiple audiences

6. dialogue about learning artifacts/reflections

7. provide feedback to improve learning ContextWhy Electronic Portfolios Now?

8. National Educational Technology Plan (2010)Technology also gives students opportunities for taking ownership of their learning. Student-managed electronic learning portfolios can be part of a persistent learning record and help students develop the self-awareness required to set their own learning goals, express their own views of their strengths, weaknesses, and achievements, and take responsibility for them. Educators can use them to gauge students’ development, and they also can be shared with peers, parents, and others who are part of students’ extended network. (p.12)

9. Golden Circle What?How?Why?7

10. WHAT?Audio • Video • Text • ImagesDigital RepositoryElectronic PortfolioSocial NetworksMultimedia Artifacts

11. Who was the first famous “folio” keeper?Definitions

12. Leonardo da Vinci’s Folio

13. What is a Portfolio?Dictionary definition: a flat, portable case for carrying loose papers, drawings, etc.Financial portfolio: document accumulation of fiscalcapitalEducational portfolio: document development of humancapital

14. What is a Portfolio in Education?A portfolio is a purposeful collection of [academic] work that exhibits the [learner’s]efforts, progress and achievements in one ormore areas[over time]. (Northwest Evaluation Association, 1990)

15. E-Portfolio ComponentsMultiple Portfolios for Multiple Purposes-Celebrating Learning-Personal Planning-Transition/entry to courses-Employment applications-Accountability/Assessment

16. Multiple Tools to Support Processes-Capturing & storing evidence-Reflecting-Giving & receiving feedback-Planning & setting goals-Collaborating-Presenting to an audience

17. Digital Repository(Becta, 2007; JISC, 2008)

18. WHY?AssessmentReflectionIdentityGuidanceLearningShowcaseAccountabilityEmployment

19. PurposeThe overarching purpose of portfolios is to create a sense of personal ownership over one’s accomplishments, because ownership engenders feelings of pride, responsibility, and dedication. (p.10)Paris, S & Ayres, L. (1994) Becoming Reflective Students and Teachers. American Psychological Association

20. United #7 ePortfolio Vision Statement (Draft)By implementing e-portfolios, United #7 will empower students to become active participants in their own personalized education. Through use of reflection, technology, and collaboration, students and teachers will develop skills that will lead them to achieve their lifelong goals.

21. Multiple Purposes from Hidden AssumptionsWhat are yours?• Showcase • Assessment • Learning •http://www.rsc-northwest.ac.uk/acl/eMagArchive/RSCeMag2008/choosing%20an%20eportfolio/cool-cartoon-346082.png

22. Multiple Purposes of E-Portfolios in EducationLearning/ Process/ PlanningMarketing/ Showcase Assessment/ Accountability"The Blind Men and the Elephant” by John Godfrey Saxe

23. Digital IdentityCreating a positive digital footprint

24. 5 Reasons Why Your Online Presence Will Replace Your Resume in 10 yearsSocial networking use is skyrocketing while email is plummetingYou can’t find jobs traditionally anymorePeople are managing their careers as entrepreneursThe traditional resume is now virtual and easy to buildJob seeker passion has become the deciding factor in employmenthttp://blogs.forbes.com/danschawbel/2011/02/21/5-reasons-why-your-online-presence-will-replace-your-resume-in-10-years/

25. Dan Schawbel, Forbes“personal branding guru”“Your online presence communicates, or should communicate, what you’re truly and genuinely passionate about… I firmly believe that you won’t be able to obtain and sustain a job without passion anymore.”http://blogs.forbes.com/danschawbel/2011/02/21/5-reasons-why-your-online-presence-will-replace-your-resume-in-10-years/

26. Lifelong Context for ePortfolios

27. Digital Identity Managementhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79IYZVYIVLASaskatchewan Identity Management Project: http://www.identitymanagementproject.com/

28. Passion and Self-Directed LearningLisa Nielsen’s “The Innovative Educator” blog entries:Preparing Students for Successby Helping Them Discover and Develop Their Passions (Renzulli’s Total Talent Portfolio)10 Ways Technology Supports21st Century Learners in Being Self Directedhttp://theinnovativeeducator.blogspot.com/

29. HOW?WorkspaceToolsShowcase“Capture the Moment”

30. Some Basic Concepts“ePortfoliois both process and product”

31. Process: A series of events (time and effort) to produce a result- From Old French proces(“‘journey’”)

32. Product: the outcome/results or “thinginess” of an activity/process- Destination

33. WiktionaryProcessesSocial NetworkingConnect(“Friending”)Listen(Reading)Respond(Commenting)Share(linking/tagging)PortfolioCollectionSelectionReflectionDirection/GoalsPresentationFeedbackTechnology ArchivingLinking/ThinkingDigital Storytelling Collaborating Publishing27

34. Balancing the 2 Faces of E-Portfolios

35. Types of E-Portfolio ImplementationWorking PortfolioThe CollectionThe Digital ArchiveRepository of Artifacts Reflective Journal(eDOL)Collaboration SpacePortfolio as Process-- Workspace (PLE)“shoebox”Presentation Portfolio(s)The “Story” or NarrativeMultiple Views (public/private)Varied Audiences(varied permissions)Varied Purposes Portfolio as Product-- Showcase

37. Structure of E-Portfolio TypesPortfolio as Product/ ShowcaseOrganization: Thematic – Documenting achievement of Standards, Goals or Learning Outcomes for primarily external audiencesPrimary Purpose: Accountability or Employment or ShowcaseReflection: retrospective focus on Standards, Goals or Learning Outcomes (Themes)Portfolio as Process/ WorkspaceOrganization: Chronological – eDOL(Electronic Documentation of Learning – U. of Calgary) Documenting growth over time for both internal and external audiencesPrimary Purpose: Learning or ReflectionReflection: immediate focus on artifact or learning experience

38. Why?Integrated EcoSystemSingle Sign-OnWalled GardenTransferable

39. Public Google Tools vs. GoogleApps for Education?Public Google Tools (Gmail.com accounts)Google Apps for EducationStudent owns the account for life (must be over 13)Student has complete control of accessFREE for anyoneNo uploading to Google Video (must use YouTube to embed videos)Start immediatelyProtected environment (school assigns account)School can control access (limit to members)FREE for educationLimited use of Google Video (10 GB)Need some advanced set-up time$10/year for domain namehttp://sites.google.com/site/colettecassinelli/proscons

40. Using Google Apps

41. Creating an ePortfolio with GoogleAppsStorage = Google DocsReflective Journal = Blogger or Google Sites Announcements page type Presentation =Google Sites

42. Level 1 - Collection

43. Stages of Portfolio DevelopmentLevel 1Collection -- Creating the Digital Archive (regularly – weekly/monthly)

44. Digital Conversion (Collection)

45. Artifacts represent integration of technology in one curriculum area (i.e., Language Arts)

46. Stored in GoogleDocsWith iOS (iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad) Text Images Audio VideoCapture the Moment

47. Level 2: Primary Purpose: Learning/Reflection

48. Stages of Portfolio DevelopmentLevel 2Collection/Reflection (Immediate Reflection on Learning & Artifacts in Collection) (regularly)

49. organized chronologically (in a blog?)

50. Captions (Background Information on assignment, Response)

51. Artifacts represent integration of technology in most curriculum areas (i.e., Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Math) (in GoogleDocs?)Blogging* by eMail*the act of sharing yourselfTumblrPosterousSet up account on websiteSend email to: myaccount.tumblr.comiPhone AppCall in your posts for audio post to blogCross-post to Facebook & TwitterJust email to post@posterous.com iPhone AppCross-post to Facebook & Twitter

52. Post to from MobileSend email to pre-arranged email addressUse BlogPressiOS app ($2.99)Set up Blogger Mobile and send SMS

53. Level 3: Showcase PortfolioLevel 3: Primary Purpose: Showcase/Accountability

54. Stages of Portfolio DevelopmentLevel 3Selection/Reflection and Direction (each semester? End of year?)

55. organized thematically (in web pages or wiki)

56. Why did I choose these pieces? What am I most proud to highlight about my work?

57. What do they show about my learning?

58. What more can I learn (Goals for the Future)?

59. Presentation (annually)ExamplesOnline Portfolios & Blogs

60. Student examplesTemplates – public on Google SitesHunter Park Kindergarten & Abigail's E-Profile - Blogger3rd Grade – American School of Bombay – Google SitesRyan’s Senior Project – Google SitesMy Google Sites Presentation Portfolio

61. Timeline47Level 1: CollectionLevel 2: Collection + ReflectionLevel 3: Selection + Presentation