EU Folio – A school’s experience (Athy Community College)
Video Overview
Interview with Teachers about EU Folio and their school’s experience. They discuss the importance of being familiar with the system before introducing it to a class. ePortfolios are used in the school as a means of continuous assessment to document the students progress.
Description
Teachers discuss how ePortfolios have helped their school. They trialed the program with a 2nd year group before introducing it to two first year classes. Pupils use Mahara and post their work there throughout the year. Teacher can provide instant feedback and pupils can continuously update their work and see their progress. Teachers use it as a means of formative and continuous assessment. The pupils are enhancing their computer and academic skills. Teachers advice for others: Start slowly and have a plan.
Courses that you might be interested in
Introducing Digital Portfolios (Post Primary)
Video tutorials
The following short tutorials will show you how to use apps featured in the video:
Digital Learning Framework
This video supports the following statements of the Digital Learning Framework (DLF):
Teaching & Learning (2. Learner Experiences)
- 2.1 Pupils engage purposefully in meaningful learning activities
Pupils use digital technologies for sourcing, exchanging of information to develop understanding and support basic knowledge creation. - 2.3 Pupils reflect on their progress as learners and develop a sense of ownership of and responsibility for their learning
Pupils use digital technologies to collect evidence, record and reflect on their progress, and develop their competence as self-directed learners.
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