A digital portfolio is a computer -based collection of student performance and achievement over time. These portfolios are more efficient than a stack of papers in a folder because you can collect so much more information over time and find it easily all in one place. There are many applications for students to create their own portfolio and add additional information to it at anytime they please. Portfolios make classroom learning more accessible, showcase student achievement and learning, and show evidence of growth over a period of time. Students enjoy this because it helps them to be organized, and also gives them 21st century learning skills by learning how to create and operate a digital track of all their school work. I believe I would really enjoy incorporating digital portfolios into my future classroom if I had an older elementary class, maybe 2nd through 5th grade, The only downside to this is it would probably be difficult to use with the younger students because they are still focusing on learning basic technology skills. I believe student learning will be impacted by digital portfolios because of the amount of time and effort the students have to put into it. They are more focused on their own work because they know it will be in their portfolio from then on. Students can even work together on their digital portfolios increasing student interaction and work ethic. Seesaw is a digital portfolio application that includes three versions:one for the parent, one for the student, and one for the teacher. This app is perfect for a classroom and helps all three parties stay involved and on track of student goals and accomplishments. If you are thinking about implementing digital portfolios into your classroom I would highly suggest trying it with this app first! The results will amaze you, or it certainly did me.
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