This document discusses the use of video portfolios for assessing speaking skills. It defines a video portfolio as an electronic portfolio containing a series of student video recordings for use in assessment by instructors and students. Video portfolios facilitate self-assessment and allow students to see improvements in pronunciation and production over time. Two perspectives are provided: one teacher discusses how video portfolios help students develop metacognition and provide objective feedback, while another discusses specific portfolio elements and projects used across different courses to evaluate speaking skills.