Electronic Portfolios

I really like the idea of the electronic portfolio for both educators and students. It can provide a source for future job opportunities or references to look to if a person needs help on a specific topic. I am excited to put my portfolio together because all I have is a huge binder that has all paper copies of units, papers, lesson plans, and more. Having it all electronically and at my fingertips basically anywhere I go is such a great thing because it's hard to carry everything with you or finding it because sometimes you are strapped for time and flipping through pages takes a lot of time.

So, in a lot of ways, this electronic portfolio is like our social bookmarking project because we have all these sources in one place and at the click of a mouse, we are able to find a resource.

Technology is a great thing in these aspects because it is information that is relatively at our finger tips.

Powerpoint Vs Smartboard

I really prefer using Smartboard above any normal computer program. It offers many great features and EVERYTHING is just about interactive. It makes teaching and planning activities alot easier. It is also less expensive for the teacher. All the materials that would be needed if it were a lesson are included in the interactive programs!!!!! And who wouldnt want to poke a screen and have learning literally at the tip of your fingertips? It's a fun tool for students to use. Though its a pity that many schools dont have smartboards and even more of a shame that schools that do have it, dont use it.