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EDUCAUSE 2006Electronic Portfolios, A Perfect Solution to Assessment in an Online
English Composition CourseDr. Mary Jane Clerkin
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Writing Portfolios
Longstanding Method Perfect for the Writing Process Product Over Time Text and Multimedia Ongoing Feedback Allows for Growth Allows for Success Allows for a More Reliable Assessment
The Writing ProcessProcess-Orientated Writing, Not Product-
Oriented Writing
Prewriting Drafting Revising
Revision: The real work of writing Requires understanding of the writing
process Consideration of a writing Rubric Requires reflection and decision Requires critical thinking skills Requires critical writing skills Requires thoughtful consideration of peer
and professor review
Electronic Portfolios Incorporate Three Types of Assessment
Self Assessment Peer Assessment Professor Assessment
Perfect for an Online Course
Raises the level of interaction
Fosters active, not passive, learners
Creates a community of learners
Learning
Students learn from their challenges and successes
Student collaborate and learn from each other
Students are guided and encouraged to succeed by their professors.