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Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'Projection' phase in portfolio development?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'Projection' phase in portfolio development?
- To write personal and academic insights about each artifact.
- To evaluate collected works based on a rubric.
- To define the goal and purpose of the portfolio and estimate required resources. (correct)
- To identify areas for improvement before final submission.
In portfolio development, the 'Collection' phase primarily involves creating new assignments specifically for the portfolio.
In portfolio development, the 'Collection' phase primarily involves creating new assignments specifically for the portfolio.
False (B)
What is the primary difference between a Showcase Portfolio and a Standards-Based Portfolio?
What is the primary difference between a Showcase Portfolio and a Standards-Based Portfolio?
A Showcase Portfolio highlights the student's best work, while a Standards-Based Portfolio demonstrates competence against specific learning standards.
The phase of portfolio development where students evaluate their work against a rubric to identify areas for improvement is known as ______.
The phase of portfolio development where students evaluate their work against a rubric to identify areas for improvement is known as ______.
Match each portfolio development phase with its corresponding activity:
Match each portfolio development phase with its corresponding activity:
Which aspect of portfolio development directly contributes to a student's metacognitive skills?
Which aspect of portfolio development directly contributes to a student's metacognitive skills?
The 'Reflection' phase in portfolio development is solely focused on summarizing the content of included artifacts.
The 'Reflection' phase in portfolio development is solely focused on summarizing the content of included artifacts.
Explain how the HUMSS Individual Learning Portfolio combines the elements of a Showcase Portfolio and a Standards-Based Portfolio.
Explain how the HUMSS Individual Learning Portfolio combines the elements of a Showcase Portfolio and a Standards-Based Portfolio.
A student includes initial, intermediate, and final evaluations in their portfolio to illustrate progress in problem-solving. What type of portfolio are they most likely compiling?
A student includes initial, intermediate, and final evaluations in their portfolio to illustrate progress in problem-solving. What type of portfolio are they most likely compiling?
Portfolios primarily serve as a replacement for traditional grading systems like letter grades (A, B, C, etc.).
Portfolios primarily serve as a replacement for traditional grading systems like letter grades (A, B, C, etc.).
What critical element does a portfolio encourage in students, fostering a deeper understanding of their learning journey?
What critical element does a portfolio encourage in students, fostering a deeper understanding of their learning journey?
A portfolio that meticulously documents each step, from initial research to final execution, is known as a ______ Portfolio.
A portfolio that meticulously documents each step, from initial research to final execution, is known as a ______ Portfolio.
Match the portfolio type with its primary focus:
Match the portfolio type with its primary focus:
A student aims to demonstrate their proficiency in national educational standards through a collection of coursework, quizzes, and research papers. Which portfolio type aligns best with their goal?
A student aims to demonstrate their proficiency in national educational standards through a collection of coursework, quizzes, and research papers. Which portfolio type aligns best with their goal?
What is the main advantage of using portfolios as an assessment method, compared to standardized tests?
What is the main advantage of using portfolios as an assessment method, compared to standardized tests?
In addition to showcasing skills and achievements and tracking progress, what key purpose do portfolios serve in relation to academic standards and course objectives?
In addition to showcasing skills and achievements and tracking progress, what key purpose do portfolios serve in relation to academic standards and course objectives?
Which of the following is the MOST critical difference between a showcase portfolio and a learning portfolio?
Which of the following is the MOST critical difference between a showcase portfolio and a learning portfolio?
A portfolio checklist and self-assessment rubric are primarily intended to guide external evaluators rather than the portfolio creator.
A portfolio checklist and self-assessment rubric are primarily intended to guide external evaluators rather than the portfolio creator.
What crucial element should be included in the 'Description of the Artifact' section to provide context and showcase comprehension?
What crucial element should be included in the 'Description of the Artifact' section to provide context and showcase comprehension?
In the context of crafting a personal vision and goals for the future, articulating specific ______ is crucial for actionable planning.
In the context of crafting a personal vision and goals for the future, articulating specific ______ is crucial for actionable planning.
What primary purpose does including feedback from peers and teachers serve in the portfolio creation process?
What primary purpose does including feedback from peers and teachers serve in the portfolio creation process?
Which component of a portfolio MOST directly facilitates ease of navigation and organization for the viewer?
Which component of a portfolio MOST directly facilitates ease of navigation and organization for the viewer?
Match each portfolio component with its PRIMARY function:
Match each portfolio component with its PRIMARY function:
Why is Ehrra's decision to include the debate portfolio significant?
Why is Ehrra's decision to include the debate portfolio significant?
Which strategy ensures the most comprehensive assessment of a student's abilities when compiling a portfolio?
Which strategy ensures the most comprehensive assessment of a student's abilities when compiling a portfolio?
Providing feedback is solely the responsibility of the teacher; students should not engage in self-assessment or peer review.
Providing feedback is solely the responsibility of the teacher; students should not engage in self-assessment or peer review.
How does formal feedback contribute to a student's academic development?
How does formal feedback contribute to a student's academic development?
Setting a ______ is crucial in portfolio management to ensure timely completion of each component.
Setting a ______ is crucial in portfolio management to ensure timely completion of each component.
Which type of constructive feedback focuses on discouraging past behaviors to avoid repeating mistakes?
Which type of constructive feedback focuses on discouraging past behaviors to avoid repeating mistakes?
Match the following feedback types with their corresponding characteristics:
Match the following feedback types with their corresponding characteristics:
Formative feedback is a type of feedback that is given at the end of a learning process to evaluate overall performance.
Formative feedback is a type of feedback that is given at the end of a learning process to evaluate overall performance.
In portfolio development, what is the primary advantage of reviewing sample portfolios before beginning your own?
In portfolio development, what is the primary advantage of reviewing sample portfolios before beginning your own?
What is constructive feedback that provides warnings or corrective suggestions for future performance termed?
What is constructive feedback that provides warnings or corrective suggestions for future performance termed?
Organizing a portfolio alphabetically is the only acceptable method for ensuring clarity and ease of navigation.
Organizing a portfolio alphabetically is the only acceptable method for ensuring clarity and ease of navigation.
Feedback that encourages specific past actions in order to reinforce those behaviors is known as ______ feedback.
Feedback that encourages specific past actions in order to reinforce those behaviors is known as ______ feedback.
How can students utilize feedback to enhance their writing skills, as demonstrated by Faye's experience?
How can students utilize feedback to enhance their writing skills, as demonstrated by Faye's experience?
Match the following types of feedback with their descriptions:
Match the following types of feedback with their descriptions:
Which feedback type involves students giving each other suggestions for improving their work?
Which feedback type involves students giving each other suggestions for improving their work?
What is the primary focus of constructive feedback?
What is the primary focus of constructive feedback?
Constructive feedback aims to solely highlight the areas where a student has performed poorly, without suggesting ways to improve.
Constructive feedback aims to solely highlight the areas where a student has performed poorly, without suggesting ways to improve.
Which of the following statements best exemplifies the application of 'Positive Feed-Forward' in an educational context?
Which of the following statements best exemplifies the application of 'Positive Feed-Forward' in an educational context?
In the context of synthesizing information, the 'REST' Method involves several steps. Which of the following sequences accurately represents these steps?
In the context of synthesizing information, the 'REST' Method involves several steps. Which of the following sequences accurately represents these steps?
The ADD Method is a comprehensive strategy designed for integrating information solely from written texts, excluding insights gained from other sources.
The ADD Method is a comprehensive strategy designed for integrating information solely from written texts, excluding insights gained from other sources.
In the Venn Diagram method for synthesizing information, what do the overlapping sections of the circles primarily represent?
In the Venn Diagram method for synthesizing information, what do the overlapping sections of the circles primarily represent?
Explain how the 'ADD' method enhances a student's ability to synthesize information, especially when combining knowledge from texts and classroom discussions.
Explain how the 'ADD' method enhances a student's ability to synthesize information, especially when combining knowledge from texts and classroom discussions.
Which scenario exemplifies synthesizing information through the integration of prior knowledge, new readings, and classroom discussions?
Which scenario exemplifies synthesizing information through the integration of prior knowledge, new readings, and classroom discussions?
The 'REST' method is a step-by-step approach to organize and integrate different information sources; the 'E' in 'REST' stands for ______ and categorize.
The 'REST' method is a step-by-step approach to organize and integrate different information sources; the 'E' in 'REST' stands for ______ and categorize.
Match the method of synthesizing information with its characteristics:
Match the method of synthesizing information with its characteristics:
Flashcards
Portfolio
Portfolio
A structured collection of student work showing learning progress, skills, and achievements.
Growth Portfolio
Growth Portfolio
Tracks progress over time, demonstrating improvement in skills or subjects.
Project Portfolio
Project Portfolio
Documents the process of completing a project from start to finish.
Academic Portfolio
Academic Portfolio
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Showcase Portfolio
Showcase Portfolio
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Evidence of Learning
Evidence of Learning
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Reflection in Portfolios
Reflection in Portfolios
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Alternative Assessment
Alternative Assessment
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HUMSS Portfolio
HUMSS Portfolio
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Selection
Selection
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Reflection
Reflection
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Portfolio Development Phases
Portfolio Development Phases
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Projection
Projection
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Collection
Collection
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Self-Assessment
Self-Assessment
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Example Situation
Example Situation
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Self-Evaluation
Self-Evaluation
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Feedback
Feedback
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Cover Page
Cover Page
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Portfolio Checklist
Portfolio Checklist
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Preface
Preface
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Personal Vision and Goals
Personal Vision and Goals
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Timeline in Portfolio Management
Timeline in Portfolio Management
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Artifact Selection
Artifact Selection
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Writing Reflections
Writing Reflections
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Feedback Definition
Feedback Definition
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Importance of Feedback
Importance of Feedback
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Informal Feedback
Informal Feedback
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Formal Feedback
Formal Feedback
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Clarity of Expectations
Clarity of Expectations
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Formative Feedback
Formative Feedback
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Negative Feedback
Negative Feedback
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Positive Feedback
Positive Feedback
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Negative Feed-Forward
Negative Feed-Forward
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Student Peer Feedback
Student Peer Feedback
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Student Self-Feedback
Student Self-Feedback
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Constructive Feedback
Constructive Feedback
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Encouragement for Self-Reflection
Encouragement for Self-Reflection
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Positive Feed-Forward
Positive Feed-Forward
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D - Reading Learning
D - Reading Learning
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D - Discussion Learning
D - Discussion Learning
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Synthesizing Information
Synthesizing Information
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REST Method
REST Method
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Venn Diagram
Venn Diagram
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ADD Method
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Study Notes
Culminating Portfolios
- A portfolio is a structured collection of student work showcasing learning progress, skills, and achievements. Alternative to standardized tests, it allows reflection on the learning journey.
- Purpose: Showcase best work, demonstrate knowledge and skill growth, provide evidence of learning through various artifacts, encourage reflection and self-assessment, and meet academic standards and course objectives.
- Growth Portfolio: Tracks progress over time, highlighting improvement in a specific skill or subject area.
- Project Portfolio: Documents the process of completing a project from start to finish.
- Showcase Portfolio: Displays a student's best work in a subject or field, showcasing passion and compiling the strongest pieces with reflections.
- Academic Portfolio (Standards-Based): Focuses on achieving academic standards set by the school, compiling coursework, quizzes, research papers, and graded assignments aligned with national educational standards.
- HUMSS Individual Learning Portfolio: Combines elements of a showcase portfolio and a standards-based portfolio.
Portfolio Development Phases
- Projection (Planning Stage): Defining the goal, purpose, tasks, and resources needed for the portfolio.
- Collection: Gathering evidence of learning, such as assignments, projects, reflections, and external achievements.
- Selection: Evaluating collected works based on rubrics or criteria and choosing artifacts best representing learning and improvement.
- Reflection: Writing personal and academic insights about each artifact, explaining its significance and learning outcomes.
- Self-Assessment: Evaluating the portfolio using a rubric or checklist, and identifying areas for improvement.
- Connection and Presentation: Sharing the portfolio with peers, teachers, or parents to receive and provide feedback.
Portfolio Parts
- Cover Page: Including name, grade level, section, school year, school, and teacher's name (creatively designed).
- Self-Assessment Portfolio Checklist: A list of required content and a rubric for self-evaluation.
- Table of Contents: Listing all portfolio sections for easy navigation.
- Preface: Background of the student, reason for creating the portfolio, and selection process of artifacts.
Feedback
- Informal Feedback: Spontaneously given during conversations or class activities (e.g., verbal comments, quick corrections).
- Formal Feedback: Planned and structured feedback, usually in the form of grades, assessments, and reports.
- Formative Feedback: Ongoing feedback to track progress and make adjustments while learning.
- Four Types of Constructive Feedback:
- Negative Feedback: Corrective feedback on past behavior to prevent future mistakes.
- Positive Feedback: Encouragement on past behavior to reinforce success.
- Negative Feed-Forward: Warnings or corrective suggestions for future performance.
- Positive Feed-Forward: Encourages student to apply successful strategies in the future.
- Student Peer Feedback: Students reviewing each other's work and providing suggestions.
- Student Self-Feedback: Students evaluating their own work.
- Constructive Feedback: Helpful, specific, and solution-focused feedback.
Synthesizing Information
- Methods for Synthesizing:
- REST Method: A step-by-step method to organize and integrate different sources. Steps include reading, editing, and categorizing.
- ADD Method: Integrating information from a single text and classroom discussions.
- Venn Diagram: A visual tool to compare and contrast two topics.
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