Portfolios

I think portfolios are a great idea. I am glad that I have a portfolio already started through my classes at UT. I always try to put things in a place that I will not forget, but usually do. If I put my professional material in my digital portfolio I will not misplace it or accidentally throw it out. I think it is also a good idea to keep students records in a digital file. Once the school lost my son's 504 paper work so I had to bring my copy to school to show them. If it had been stored in a digital file it most likely would not have been lost. Another advantage to digital portfolios is in job seeking. Developing a showcase portfolio is a good way to show your work to potential employers no matter where they are located. Lastly, as the text noted digital portfolios can reduce the paper work for special educators! YES!