Electronic Teaching Portfolios–Part 1

High School level educators are now expected to not only be an expert at teaching their subject matter, but also to keep track of everything that is done in the classroom, and create a portfolio to prove they are “well-qualified” teachers according to standards set forth by the government. The majority of teachers currently have big, bulky binders overflowing with artifacts, reflections, and observation paperwork. Does this sound familiar to you? Find out more after the jump.

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Well, binders are about to become a thing of the past. Most teacher preparation programs are pushing students to create electronic portfolios that can be placed online or have CDs burnt to distribute to potential employers and state Boards of Education at evaluation time. Are you ready for that revolution?

I will be writing a multi-part series on converting your hard copy portfolio to a sleek and sophisticated electronic version. Not only is it portable and able to be reproduced easily, it shows you understand technology and are willing to use and teach it as well. Technological proficiency is an essential tool for high school teachers in their current positions and also in finding a new job, if the need arises.

Here’s a quick screen shot of the homepage of my online portfolio:

If you like the idea of an online portfolio, but aren’t sure where to start, make sure you come back for my tips on how to create an electronic portfolio, or email me to get more information on commissioning me to create your portfolio for you.

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