ePortfolio

ePortfolio 2007 Conference presentations (18th and 19th October 2007)

Employability and ePortfolio — by Dries Pruis — last modified 06-04-2008 23:32

A demonstration of electronic employability services at de plant of Belden Cable and Wire on the implemtentation of Lean Manufacturing. The subject of de case is the transition of a single operator to a multi skilled operator.

Finding the Conditions of Possibility for Enquiry Based Online Learning — by Julian McDougall — last modified 09-03-2008 21:38

In this paper authors argue that the conditions of possibility for online EBL must be thoroughly explored before the leap can be made, and that they are compelled to resist making easy assumptions about the readiness of first year undergraduates to learn in this way. Authors conclude that there can exist a ‘zone of uncertainty’ between the ‘spirit’ of online EBL students’ experience of it.

Using ePortfolios in the Context of Web 2.0 and Bologna within the Co-curricular Study Programme: Problem-solving Competencies — by Thomas Sporer — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

This proposal shows how E-Portfolios can be used as an assessment instrument in the co-curricular study program “Problem Solving Competencies”. Since assessment marks play an important role in attaining future job opportunities, students strive for certification and good grades. This is why they expect to learn and be taught in a manner that suits the prevalent forms of assessment.

The Electronic Learning Dossier: a Tool for the Whole Educational Chain — by Joke Droste — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

The introduction of new educational developments in the Netherlands, such as ‘competence‑based education’ and the emphasis on stimulating talent and preventing early school leaving, requires a more efficient exchange of student-related information on lear

The ePortfolio-City — by Alexander Christmann — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

Authors' intention in this paper is to explain the Idea of a light-weight and easy understandable electronic learning Portfolio (ePortfolio) - Framework for the usage in an entrepreneurial environment. This framework is based on central ideas of the JISC ePortfolio Reference Model and augments them to fit an enterprise HR environment.

The Competence Portfolio: From a Common Background to Differentiated Practice. Towards the e-Portfolio in the Vocational Training of Canton Ticino (Switzerland) — by Deli Salini — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

The present contribution intends to deepen the characteristics and the modalities of construction and diffusion of the Competence Portfolio Project in all the vocational schools of Canton Ticino, by describing how the tool and its methodologies have been differentiated, depending on the characteristics of each school, and by analysing its development towards an ePortfolio.

Embedding Europass at Newcastle University to Support Student and Graduate Mobility – Work In Progress — by Paul Horner — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

As a key outcome to the JISC funded EPICS regional project, Newcastle University developed a number of interoperability tools within the ePET portfolio. These tools included support for IMS-LIP and the ability to export and import data in Europass CV format. The EPICS project was seen very much as a pilot, to test what was feasible and to investigate the challenges to ePortfolios from interoperability, pedagogical and legal perspectives.

Efficacy of e-Portfolios: a Systematic Review of the Evidence — by Alex Haig — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

There is now a considerable body of evidence published across the health professions. This paper will discuss the findings of the recently formed Best Evidence Medical Education (BEME) systematic on this topic which will provide a robust and objective synthesis of the large and increasing body of literature on this vital educational intervention.

ePortfolio for an Older Worker What has Age Got to do with it? — by Anne Jennings-Bramly — last modified 05-01-2008 16:49

This presentation chronicles the achievements of the EQUAL SWOOP (South West Opportunities for Older People) Project in the South West of the UK as it helps older individuals become empowered to take control of their prospects for work and learning.

Smart use of E-portfolios - Asset Management — by Debbie Carlton — last modified 06-01-2008 18:27

This paper explores the crucial role that E-portfolios have in providing (a) individuals with a system to join together their learning and vocational experiences; (b) managers with a facility to manage human assets; (c) a line of sight between the learners journey, organisational risk management and strategic planning; (d) Provide a means to manage the transfer of skills and increase employability of individuals. </