ePortfolios at Auburn University

Overview of the ePortfolio Project

• Campus-wide initiative
• Supports students and faculty across various disciplines
• Aims to help in creating professional ePortfolios for classes or job searches

Definition of ePortfolio

• Core Definition: A personal website showcasing skills, experiences, and learning
• Contains artifacts (documents and media) and reflective writing
• Target audiences include potential employers and graduate schools

Comparison with Other Formats

• More detailed than resumes
• More evidence-based than blogs
• More professional than social networking sites
• Key Elements:
  • Artifacts
  • Reflection
  • Unique personal branding

Artifacts

• Definition: Documents and media included in an ePortfolio
• Importance: Act as evidence of skills
• Examples of artifacts:
  • Essays
  • Videos
  • Lab reports
  • Lesson plans
  • Pictures
  • Certificates

Reflective Writing

• Adds meaning and context to artifacts
• Purpose:
  • Explain when and why an artifact was created
  • Connect classes and co-curricular experiences
  • Discuss significance of experiences
• Essential for personal storytelling

Examples of ePortfolio Features

• Pairing of artifacts with reflections
  • Photo with experience reflection
  • Research poster with presentation reflection
  • Embedded artifacts within reflective writing
  • Videos of presentations accompanied by reflections

Website-Building Platforms

• Supported Platforms:
  • Wix
  • Weebly
  • WordPress
• Features:
  • Free to use
  • No coding knowledge required
  • Intuitive drag-and-drop editors
  • Updates possible even after graduation
  • Extensive support resources available

Considerations for ePortfolio Development

• Design
• Purpose and audience
• Ethical literacy

Resources and Support

• Visit: auburn.edu/eportfolios for:
  • Videos
  • Handouts
  • Examples
  • Resources
• Questions: Contact ePortfolios@auburn.edu

Conclusion

• Encouragement to create a unique ePortfolio
• Wish of good luck in the process