Five Ways to Use Online Portfolios in the ClassroomJanuary 22,
2013 | Heather Hiles Our digital world is transforming the way
we learn, and today's teachers are tasked with the challenging
job of sifting through the deluge of educational technologies
and creating a meaningful learning experience for students. In
my 15 years in education, I've seen firsthand how opportunities
and a little guidance can positively impact a person's future
and change the life path they're following. In fact, as a result
of serving on the San Francisco School Board, where I learned
about the obstacles to education, I've seen how creating
learning opportunities can impact a long-term digital identity.
Next-generation education portfolio platforms -- such as
Digication, Pathbrite, Taskstream and Epsilen -- are one way for
teachers to start early and educate students about how they can
manage their own academic and professional accomplishments. From
using portfolios for giving students educational feedback to the
portability of trans