Preparation time - One or two hours to design the portfolio structure and purpose, with periodic review of design. Click on Preparing for Portfolio Assessment . Student time - One hour each time the portfolio is reorganized. Assessment portfolios like other portfolios are a collection of work.
Portfolios can provide views of student growth and invite self- evaluation.
The portfolio as a learning tool can become a powerful part of a student s education. A portfolio of best works provides a view of a student's highest levels of achievement. This type of collection shows attainment of specific objectives or long- term goals. A portfolio of works over time permits assessment of progress. Preparing for portfolio assessment requires pre-planning, an understanding of the types of portfolios, and a thorough understanding by parents, students, and other stakeholders if it is to be successful.