Reflection is an essential part of learning and attaining deep understanding of knowledge. Student eportfolios are a great way to reflect on information learned and skills practiced. Students are able to reflect through a blog about their experiences during learning. According to Reflection4Learning, "Part of the reflective process is to have students tell stories about their experiences which brain research shows can help students embed these experiences into their long term memory."
There are many benefits from creating eportfolios. Students learn how to reflect and assess their own learning. They are able to receive feedback from their peers. They have a place to house their work. It provides a visual of learning and growth over time. Employers are able to see a true reflection of one's knowledge and growth mindset. Eportfolios also allow students to experience significant learning environments and provides choice, voice, ownership, and authenticity by allowing students to be in control of how they learn and how they represent their learning. They allow students to learn through trial and error, helping to foster and develop a growth mindset, needed to be innovative leaders. Resources Why Reflect? - Reflection4Learning. (2007, March). Retrieved December 2, 2018, from https://sites.google.com/site/reflection4learning/why-reflect Barnstable, K. (2010, September 30). 41 Benefits of an ePortfolio. Retrieved from https://kbarnstable.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/41-benefits-of-an-eportfolio/
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April 2019
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