Questions and Answers
What is one benefit of creating a portfolio during Simon's Master's program?
Which module does Simon look forward to in his Master's program?
What does Simon's boss suggest is essential for the creative design process?
Which aspect is critical for Simon as he begins his journey in design?
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What does Simon hope to achieve through his creative modules?
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What role does Simon's boss foresee for him within their organization?
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How does Simon feel about starting his Master's program?
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Which of the following is NOT a phase mentioned in regard to portfolio development?
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What is the main purpose of the final submission in the finalization phase?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the abstract as per the formal guidelines?
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What role does feedback from the tutor play in the design process?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the submission process?
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What should be included in the final version of the product?
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How should the sentence structure be formatted in the abstract?
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What typically occurs after the evaluation and feedback from the tutor?
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Which of the following describes the content expected in a portfolio topic?
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The reviews during the design process are aimed at improving what?
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Which font sizes are specifically mentioned for the types of text in the abstract?
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What is the primary objective of the conception phase in the product development process?
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What type of document is submitted at the end of the finalization phase?
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In the development/reflection phase, what is primarily created?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the three portfolio submissions?
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What role does online research play in the conception phase?
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What key aspect is defined during the development/reflection phase?
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Which phase follows the conception phase after receiving feedback from the tutor?
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How should the initial sketches be submitted during the conception phase?
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What typical content does the two-page abstract for the final product include?
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Which of the following best describes the feedback provided after each phase?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of an online portfolio compared to a hard-copy portfolio?
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What kind of portfolio documents a student's individual learning and evaluation process?
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Which type of portfolio is primarily used for job applications and self-marketing?
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What is the main reason why the example used in the content is taken from the Bachelor in Communication Design program?
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How does a portfolio help students in design studies?
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What is the role of lecturers in a student's design portfolio?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a development portfolio?
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Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between a portfolio and self-marketing?
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What is the main purpose of a portfolio in the context of design studies?
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Which of these is NOT a question that a portfolio can help answer when developing a creative career?
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Study Notes
Academic Work at IU: Portfolios
- Upon completion of this unit, students will have learned about the types and varieties of portfolios, the advantages of an online portfolio, and what goes into the portfolio evaluation.
Case Study: Simon's Portfolio
- Simon, a business studies graduate, wants to enroll in the Master's program in Marketing Management at IU.
- His boss advises him to start building a portfolio from the beginning of his new program to document his learning and development process in a digital format.
- This portfolio can be used as a starting point in conversations with real design professionals.
Portfolios at IU
- Portfolios are the most important self-marketing tool for designers, and are becoming increasingly relevant in other academic areas.
- Types of portfolios include:
- Presentation portfolios (for job applications and self-marketing)
- Reflection portfolios (documenting and reflecting the individual learning and evaluation process)
- Development portfolios (showing the long-term development of qualifications and competencies with regard to one's professional career)
Evaluation Process
- The evaluation of a portfolio at IU is a multi-stage iterative process that follows a specific pattern:
- Conception phase: conceptualize/sketch/scribble/raw design
- Development/reflection phase: definition of (design) parameters/digital design/intermediate step(s)/correction phase(s)/reflection
- Finalization phase: End product
- A total of three portfolio parts need to be submitted in this specific sequence and in the detailed format described in the guidelines.
Portfolio Development Process
- Conception phase:
- Initial concept with sketches, scribbles, or raw designs of the desired product
- Submit sketches and concept to the tutor for feedback
- Development/reflection phase:
- Define parameters and create a first digital design
- Develop intermediate steps leading to the end product
- Reflect on the process and receive feedback from the tutor
- Finalization phase:
- Create the end product and submit it with a two-page abstract
- The basis for the abstract is the original concept
- Include information about the design process, parameters, and software used
Formal Guidelines and Submission Requirements
- Assignments are delivered as part of the portfolio evaluation via the PebblePad portal.
- The abstract must meet specific formal guidelines, including length, paper size, margins, font, line spacing, and sentence structure.
- The affidavit must be assented to.
Task
- Students are expected to complete a theory-based, conceptually-structured, and practice-oriented implementation of the product, ideally linked to their profession.
- Details on the topic and tasks of the portfolios are provided in the students' respective courses.
- Questions regarding the assignment can be coordinated with the respective tutor.
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Description
Learn about the types of portfolios, their advantages, evaluation, and development phases. Understand how to define formalities for the end product.