Comments on: Digital portfolios – ePortfolios – Children as reflective learners

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:03:13 +0000

I also agree with Helen Barrett’s views -

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:42:31 +0000

Recounting Take 1 – I wonder if the day of having to perform a task which is not intrinsically pleasing is dead and buried -or are we just hopeful that the rest of the world catches on –

I know that Google has a new world view to work spaces – flexible work hours providing a happy feel good environment and has had most interesting and most encouraging outcomes – something all work places and employers should take note of.. his topic was featured on the ABC Lateline Business with Tiggy Fulleron – did a segment on it last night – worth a look. -

I have no doubt that Harris is on the money with long held premise of student engagement and intrinsic value being an absolute goal. The trick still remains though how to motivate people – students,teachers and people in general to perform when the task doesn’t always suit or enthuse -

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 10:20:48 +0000

Hi Celia – Take two – enjoyed this – lots of food for thought – Had already submitted comment – but link was broken – let’s see if this gets thru.

By: tcash

tcash — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 20:50:16 +0000

Hi Celia, What a wonderful post – I would like to add the video to my own blog (I will credit your find!). Like you, I have done digital portfolios before – PowerPoint, iWeb, and I am now en route towards a new ePortfolio experience. Your questions are so well thought out and relevant, and I would love to dialog/reflect more about this with you, if you’re up for it. I am wavering between Google Sites and a blog, but leaning more towards a blog – I think it has great potential and can evolve with the students as they grow. Also, we have a very transient community, so a blog is something kids can take with them, or share with family overseas. It is an exciting learning journey, congratulations on capturing the “packing” part of the trip so exquisitely!

By: Jamin Lietze

Jamin Lietze — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:47:09 +0000

Hi Celia, I understand your situation as I was there about 2 years ago. I documented my journey on my blog if you are interested http://lietze.org/?cat=12 I shared my research into different ePortfolio platforms, reflections on our progress and presentations I have made. I do hope it helps you as there are lots of things to consider (like the questions you have written up here).

Jamin

By: Pam

Pam — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:37:32 +0000

Great post Celia with interesting and valuable questions to consider. Reading this is very timely for me as I’m just considering starting eportfolios with my Yr 6/7 class. Thanks.

By: Rob McDonald

Rob McDonald — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:33:45 +0000

Hello,
I have been using e-pearl electronic portfolios in my Grade 2 classroom for the past 4 years. I think it is something that you would be very interested in looking at.
http://grover.concordia.ca/epearl/promo/en/epearl.php

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By: e-Portfolios as condensed expressions « Edmusings

e-Portfolios as condensed expressions « Edmusings — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:42:33 +0000

[...] Leave a Comment A TED presentation by the e-portfolio guru, Helen Barrett, is shared on Celia’s blog. Helen takes the latest developments in technologies, such as social networking tools, to find ways [...]

By: Judith

Judith — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 11:13:44 +0000

What a thorough post. All of your questions are interesting and I wonder what answers the students (and parents) would give and if they would be any different to your thoughts and those of your colleagues. What about school policy? Anne Mirtschin would be a good person to ask. Good luck and I’d love to know how you get on.

By: marie

marie — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 11:12:11 +0000

Celia is this happening for Prep?? Very exciting!