June 27, 2017
What is a Micro-Credential?
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In today’s higher education environment, there seems to be a new term or buzz word swirling around each and every day. Some may not be worth a second look, but others, like micro-credentials, deserve a little extra attention. In a recent survey of human resource managers spanning multiple industries, 95% said they were interested […]
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June 21, 2017
An ePortfolio is an ever-evolving organic creation; providing the evidence of student’s learning and the individual’s reflection of his/her work. However, for ePortfolios to have a meaningful impact, (as opposed to being simply a requirement students meet) they must be assessed on a regular basis. Today, we will look at five types of assessment that […]
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June 20, 2017
Using ePortfolios and Canvas
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Several tools exist to help students and educators create and sustain a competency-based education environment, not the least of which are Canvas and ePortfolios. As a powerful learning management system, Canvas is designed as a platform focused on the needs of educators today, with simple to use software, adaptable configuration, and countless reliable features that […]
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June 14, 2017
In the last decade or so, defining the extent to which graduating students are prepared to enter the workforce has become an important discussion shared by the students themselves, educators, and legislators. Career readiness was quickly coined as a term used to quantify the value of one’s education, but little had been done to break […]
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June 14, 2017
As Ferris Bueller famously said, ‘Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.’ The same can be said for students, who are often too busy with various other school and social-related activities to spend time reflecting on what they’ve learned, or even their own […]
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June 7, 2017
There is a lot of talk about the benefits of an ePortfolio at the college and university levels. Truth is, an ePortfolio can benefit students no matter their grade level. As such, faculty and administrators should be encouraging their students not only to craft an ePortfolio, but also to understand all the ways it can […]
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Portfolium is an assessment management and ePortfolio tool for educators, an ePortfolio network for students, and a job candidate discovery site for hundreds of companies. Since Portfolium is such a versatile system, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there is a diverse audience that uses it. For students, Portfolium provides an ePortfolio solution to […]
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June 6, 2017
How to Make an ePortfolio
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Having a digital highlight reel with the help of an ePortfolio is an important component of presenting a well-rounded view of a student’s accomplishments both in and out of the classroom. With the help of Portfolium, students have a simple way to create an online presence that clearly showcases their skills and competencies. It can […]
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June 6, 2017
What is CBE?
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As more students start college every year, the bill for higher education increases and the demand for accurately measuring their learning ability skyrockets. Accelerating the rate at which a student earns credit towards a degree while still ensuring the quality and legitimacy of the degree is changing how professors approach education and their teaching methods. […]
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May 31, 2017
Just like students need to show potential employers evidence of what they have learned in the classroom and beyond, professionals (like YOU) also need a space to organize and investigate their evidence. Specifically, as it relates to their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)—the process which helps you record, review, and reflect on what you learn. How […]
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May 30, 2017
What is in an ePortfolio?
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The use of ePortfolios in the education setting has risen significantly in the last few years. As a way to showcase skills, competencies, and completed work, ePortfolios offer a deeper look into an individual’s education and work history than a traditional resume ever could. The electronic format of an ePorfolio not only makes it simple […]
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May 24, 2017
The popularity of ePortfolios has been steadily increasing over the years. Currently, they are being used in more than half of U.S. colleges and universities. Even high schools are beginning to see their value of being able to enhance student learning. But while most view ePortfolios as a tool to showcase the story of an […]
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