Electronic portfolios can be a very practical assessment tool depending on the knowledge level of the teacher and the amount of time they can or are willing to invest. Of course it is much easier with students who are used to technology and have little problem manipulating the computers and other contraptions. In other words primary school students would have a greater difficulty creating elaborate electronic portfolios. Summary In closing, electronic portfolios are a technology based form of authentic student based assessment. They are a collection of student work over a period of time.
Portfolios are both practical and effective because of the rubrics used.
The benefits include clear set standards or expectations, quick access, easy storage and increased technology skills. A multi-media computer, a scanner and a software package are the basic technologies needed to create an electronic portfolio. The templates are a way to organize the contents of the portfolio. Assessment Tools for the Writing Section of the Chula Vista Second Grade Progress Assessment, 6-13. Barrett, Helen C. Technology-Supported Portfolio Assessment.