Electronic Portfolios in the Business Education Classroom
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Authors
Free, Cynthia C.
Issue Date
2007-05
Type
Thesis
Language
en_US
Keywords
Electronic portfolio , Test score improvements
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the learning experiences associated with
utilizing an electronic portfolio in a ninth-grade computer applications class. As outlined
in the action research proposal, the students built a portfolio of work samples created
earlier in the year using PowerPoint as the platform. The journal ready article describes
the data collection methods, which included pre/post-portfolio test, portfolio grade,
student survey, teacher observations of off-task behavior and use of multiple applications,
and student interviews. Improvement in the posttest scores indicated that the portfolio
had a positive impact on student retention. Students were generally engaged and on-task
during class as evidenced by teacher observation and student surveys and interviews. The
portfolio helped students in recognizing and recalling prior tasks, and identifying similar
functions between applications. The results of this study were presented through a
PowerPoint presentation to several members of the learning community.
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Citation
Publisher
Valdosta State University
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