Students then select writing samples to include in their HyperStudio Portfolio. The samples are added to the portfolio by typing text into text objects. In addition to writing samples, photos and graphics are also used. Students take pictures with the digital camera during field trips, culminating projects, and daily thematic activities. The photo images are then downloaded from the camera to the computer.
Students also bring photographs from home.
These photographs are scanned into the computer using a flatbed scanner. The Internet and CD-ROMs are also used to collect graphic files. Photo and graphic files are then added to the portfolio as a graphic object. Each student gives a 15-minute presentation to their private audience of parents, friends, and family. Feedback on the project has been very positive and supportive.