E-portfolios serve as important tools for students, aiding reflection and presenting samples of work to potential employers and graduate schools. However, ensuring accessibility for students with varying digital literacy levels remains a challenge. Join Terry from Trent University and Amber from Boise State University as they discuss this pressing issue. Drawing from Terry's project, “An e-Book of One’s Own: My Learning Journey,” and its influence on Amber's creation of “An ePortfolio Template for Language Majors,” we'll explore the development of openly licensed portfolio templates using tools like Pressbooks. Together, we’ll reflect on our experiences and discuss how these templates empower students from every skill level, working to ensure all students feel confident and comfortable showcasing and reflecting on their work with ease and inclusivity.
Attendees of this session will be able to:- Identify challenges related to accessibility for students with a wide range of digital literacy levels.
- Explain the concept of openly licensed portfolio templates and their potential benefits for student engagement.
- Explore practical strategies for developing and implementing openly licensed portfolio templates using tools like Pressbooks.
- Apply insights gained from the session to promote inclusivity and empower students of all skill levels in showcasing and reflecting on their work.
