Types of Portfolios

Types of portfolio

There are various types of portfolios that are used to achieve different purposes:

• Growth portfolios are used to show student progress or growth over time. Additionally they are useful for assessing works in progress and identifying strengths and weaknesses in student products.
• Presentation portfolios focus on showing a student’s best work or final accomplishments. They are also sometimes used to showcase an individual’s skills and accomplishments.
• Evaluation portfolios are used to record overall student achievement for grading or placement purposes. They are also used to evaluate how well a student has met established course goals and standards throughout the term.

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