Digital+Portfolio

=__Digital Portfolio__= Rhonda Baumgardner

Introduction
A digital portfolio is a portfolio that has been made digital, which means using computer technology. Anyone can combine together works, project, papers, essentially, samples one would like to display their talents and unique capabilities to future employers. Instead of hard copies and many pieces of paper, a digital portfolio can be neatly organized on the computer. This makes sending and viewing one's portfolio easier than a tangible copy. The URL of the portfolio is able to be sent to any employer no matter the distance. A digital portfolio can also be copied onto a CD. In addition, multiple employers can view a digital portfolio at the same time, making the digital portfolio a time saver. It's also very easy to modify documents and make updates as needed.

History
The digital portfolio is also known as the ePortfolio (electronic portfolio), which was created in the 1990's.

Application
A digital portfolio can be used in any line of work to display what talents you have. Some colleges require students to create a digital portfolio as part of the graduation requirement. This would prove students are proficient in an area of technology. To show off your creative side along with your knowledge of your content area and use of technology, you could place a webquest that you've created in your digital portfolio.

Educational Example
@http://www.portfolio.rimestimes.net/

Resources
@http://www.mcdaniel.edu/PortfolioGuide.pdf @http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech111.shtml @http://www.danwilton.com/eportfolios/history.php @http://cet.usc.edu/resources/academic_resources/docs/MihramePortfolios.pdf

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