Recording and Evaluating Faculty Academic Aerformance: an Experience of Yazd Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences

The process of implementing a systematic and integrated evaluation program for the faculty members of universities needs svarious resources and methods. In this regard, a portfolio has been introduced as a tool that reflects the performance of the faculty members, and represents the activities and developments of teachers through the evaluation of educational documents. In recent years, the use of electronic portfolios has been considered in the medical universities an example of which is Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Accordingly, the document/electronic portfolio of the faculty members was developed which aimed at registration and evaluation process in determining duties of teachers at this University. The electronic educational portfolio was designed electronically which includes panels on teaching quantity, quality of educational performance, evaluation of documentation, research and technology, and executive-managerial activities. The results of the project can be used in the process of annual promotion, achieving grants, rewards and presenting performance and management report.

Electronic portfolios in early childhood education: Parent-teacher communication

<p>Electronic portfolios (ePortfolios) are a new phenomenon in early childhood education (ECE) and there is minimal existing research available on their use and effectiveness as a learning and communication tool in ECE. This thesis presents an exploratory case study of an ECE centre, positioned within a constructive-interpretivist paradigm, which investigated communication between teachers and families via ePortfolios. Data used in the study were drawn from online surveys, document analysis of ePortfolios, individual interviews, and focus group interviews with parents and teachers. Thematic analysis identified three main themes; the benefits and drawbacks of communicating via the ePortfolio, the online tools that supported or constrained communication, and the types of communication that were evident. Several implications for teachers’ practice arise from this study. First, the ePortfolio enabled communication to easily flow between settings, and provided another avenue for teachers and parents to communicate. Second, the different levels of communication parents and teachers engaged in via the ePortfolio had potential to influence their on-going communication, relationships, and children’s learning. To extend on-going learning and positive learning outcomes for children, online communication could be scaffolded so that a focus on relationships moves toward to a greater focus on children’s learning. Finally, levels of trust between teachers and parents were apparent, though more complex elements of trust such as competence and openness were less evident. Teachers could consider ways to develop these with parents to further enhance trust and communication.</p>

Electronic portfolios in early childhood education: Parent-teacher communication

<p>Electronic portfolios (ePortfolios) are a new phenomenon in early childhood education (ECE) and there is minimal existing research available on their use and effectiveness as a learning and communication tool in ECE. This thesis presents an exploratory case study of an ECE centre, positioned within a constructive-interpretivist paradigm, which investigated communication between teachers and families via ePortfolios. Data used in the study were drawn from online surveys, document analysis of ePortfolios, individual interviews, and focus group interviews with parents and teachers. Thematic analysis identified three main themes; the benefits and drawbacks of communicating via the ePortfolio, the online tools that supported or constrained communication, and the types of communication that were evident. Several implications for teachers’ practice arise from this study. First, the ePortfolio enabled communication to easily flow between settings, and provided another avenue for teachers and parents to communicate. Second, the different levels of communication parents and teachers engaged in via the ePortfolio had potential to influence their on-going communication, relationships, and children’s learning. To extend on-going learning and positive learning outcomes for children, online communication could be scaffolded so that a focus on relationships moves toward to a greater focus on children’s learning. Finally, levels of trust between teachers and parents were apparent, though more complex elements of trust such as competence and openness were less evident. Teachers could consider ways to develop these with parents to further enhance trust and communication.</p>

Pedagogical Innovation Through Use of Electronic Portfolios in Higher Education

The use of electronic folders implies processes and dedication of both the student and the teacher to be able to develop the final product that demonstrates the development and growth of the student in the subject and promotes both formative and summative evaluation. Through the following study, it is proposed to know if students consider the use of appropriate electronic portfolios in English in higher education. In addition, it is important to understand the implications of the development of electronic portfolios based on the experiences obtained during the semester in which the strategy was implied. This qualitative study was carried out at the Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo Morona Santiago headquarters during the special academic period April - August 2020. It is important to mention that the use of the Pathbrite application was chosen to prepare the portfolio since you can add videos, text, images and other addresses or web pages to make up the portfolio. Thanks to the survey, it was also possible to know how it influenced personal growth and the improvement of the students’ English level. Keywords: E-portfolio, innovation, foreign language, higher education. Resumen El uso de portafolios electrónicos implica procesos y dedicación tanto del estudiante como del docente para poder elaborar el producto final que demuestre el desarrollo y crecimiento del alumno en la asignatura y se promueva una evaluación tanto formativa como sumativa. A través del siguiente estudio se plantea conocer si los estudiantes consideran el uso de los portafolios electrónicos adecuados en la enseñanza del inglés en la educación superior. Además, se pretende entender las implicaciones que tiene la elaboración de portafolios electrónicos en base a las experiencias obtenidas durante el semestre en el cual se ejecutó la estrategia. El presente estudio cualitativo se realizó en la Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo Sede Morona Santiago durante el periodo académico especial abril - agosto 2020. Es importante mencionar que se optó por el uso de la aplicación Pathbrite para elaborar el portafolio ya que con esta herramienta se puede añadir videos, texto, imágenes y otras direcciones o páginas web para elaborar el portafolio. A través de la encuesta también se pudo conocer cómo influyó en el crecimiento personal y en el mejoramiento del nivel de inglés de los estudiantes. Palabras Clave: E-portafolio, innovación, lengua entranjera, educación superior.

Electronic Portfolios in Higher Education: A Review of the Literature

Electronic Portfolios have become a popular pedagogical approach on the tertiary educational landscape worldwide. In the United States, Association of American Colleges and Universities added this powerful pedagogical practice to its set of high-impact practices in 2016. High-impact practices have the potential to generate transformative learning experiences and lead to significant impacts on students’ academic achievements. Higher education has a responsibility to provide students with the means to support their professional learning and development as a continuous and lifelong process. Countless research studies have identified a number of benefits from utilizing ePortfolios in learning that are grounded in a variety of learning theories. As ePortfolios are gaining momentum as a preferred way to demonstrate students’ learning and competencies, it is crucial for educators to fully understand the advantages of ePortfolios and guide students to produce quality and competitive ePortfolios.

Enhancing graduate employability through targeting ePortfolios to employer expectations: A systematic scoping review

Electronic portfolios (ePortfolios) are increasingly being used in university degrees to showcase graduate employability. However, evidence on employers’ views and use of ePortfolios has not been synthesised. This study aimed to systematically review the evidence on employer, industry representative and university educator views on the use of ePortfolios in recruiting graduates, including recommended ePortfolio content. Six databases were searched to identify original research on views and utilisation of ePortfolios published since 2000. Studies were screened in duplicate, and the full texts of 163 articles reviewed. Included studies were synthesised to reveal common themes. The 17 included studies represented a range of industries and most were conducted in the USA (n=10). Awareness of ePortfolios was low, as was use within recruitment. Perceived advantages of ePortfolios in recruitment included showcasing key skills/work; ability to comprehensively assess and differentiate between candidates quickly; and accessibility. The main disadvantages were the time taken to review, excessive information and establishing authenticity. Recommended ePortfolios content included samples of professional work, reflections, videos and photos. Inclusion of typical resume content, work experience, skills, transcripts, certificates, references, supervisor evaluations were important, as was a clear and concise structure.