In a discussion of Trent Batson’s “The ePortfolio Hijacked”, Chris Coppola articulates three types of electronic portfolios:
Type I – Self representation. This is like the artist’s portfolio. It’s a composition where an individual uses online tools to construct a presentation of their work they can share with some audience.
Type II – Learning focused. The use of online tools that align learning activities with specific outcomes, integrate reflective activities in the process, and often extend well beyond the boundaries of a particular classroom experience.
Type III – Assessment focused. The focus in this category is often driven by accreditation or some other form of multi-level organizational assessment. It involves the alignment of outcomes or standards with curriculum and evidence/examples of student learning.