Metacognition
What is a Portfolio?
S. Colautti May 2013 Student-Led Conferences PLC
What is a Portfolio?
A portfolio is a purposeful collection of selective significant samples of student work accompanied by clear criteria for performance which evidence student effort, progress or achievement. A portfolio is different from a folder in that it includes:
o Explicit guidelines for selection
o success criteria
o Clear objectives for each task
o Selective and significant pieces (evidence of progress, favourite work, etc.)
o Students’ self-reflection pieces
o Evidence of student participation in selection of some of the content
A portfolio exhibits the student's progress and achievement in several subject areas, but should focus on reading, writing, and mathematical problem solving. The contents can be varied. Some suggestions are: work samples, journals, compositions/essays, photographs, checklists, projects, videos, audio clips, self assessments, student reflections, summative evaluations, etc.
There are many online resources that can support teachers starting the journey towards portfolios and student-led conferences. Here are some for you to peruse:
1. Various types of portfolios, pedagogy, information for teachers
2. Portfolios for student growth for all grade levels http://www.gallaudet.edu/clerc_center/information_and_resources/info_to_go/transition_to_adulthood/portfolios_for_student_growth.html
3. How to build a portfolio for elementary students
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