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Webinar: ePortfolios Unwrapped – Pedagogy & Practice

Date: Wednesday 28th August

Time:  1pm AEST | 4am BST | 11pm EDT – All webinars are recorded and sent to all those that sign up regardless of whether you attend live or not. So if the timezone doesn’t work for you, sign up anyway to receive the recording.

What makes ePortfolios such a powerful tool for learning?

Join us for an inspiring webinar as we explore the principles and pedagogies of ePortfolios. You’ll be taken on a journey through two student portfolios and three different assessments to discover how ePortfolios can:

  • Create opportunities for peer and self-review
  • Enhance assessment as/of/for learning
  • Foster a community of practice among students
  • Support graduates as they transition to alumni

Featuring insights from the University of Melbourne’s Associate Professor Kate Coleman, this webinar will inspire educators across disciplines about the versatility and impact of ePortfolios. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your understanding and see how ePortfolios can transform learning experiences.

Overview: Deepen your understanding of ePortfolio practice

ePortfolios are often associated with creative disciplines or capstone projects, but their potential reaches far beyond. In this webinar, we will explore how ePortfolios are used across various fields of study, breaking the traditional boundaries and showcasing their versatility in enhancing student learning in any discipline.

 

What you’ll learn:

  • Hear from Kate Coleman of The University of Melbourne on how to help students take ownership of their learning and develop lifelong skills.
  • How to incorporate ePortfolios across a programme not just capstone projects
  • See how alumni accounts enable students to continue building their ePortfolios, showcase their professional growth, and mentor peers.
  • Share insights on support to students at every stage of their portfolio development.
  • Understand how ePortfolios can be used in various academic disciplines.
  • Discover how to create a thriving community of practice among students.

Agenda:

  • Welcome: Carole Hunter, Customer Success Manager/Learning Consultant, APAC, PebblePad
  • Presentation: Kate Coleman, A/Prof Teacher Education (Visual Art and Design), The University of Melbourne.
  • Exploring ePortfolios: Learn why and how they are used effectively for a range of approaches from critical reflection, evidence building to peer-led learning.
  • Diverse Approaches: See examples of ePortfolio use in different contexts and how the ownership can continue with Alumni accounts used for lifelong learning.
  • Trends: Emerging trends in ePortfolios and how PebblePad is positioned to address future challenges in higher education.
  • Q&A: Get your questions answered by our expert panel.

 

Who Should Attend:

  • Educators and institutions exploring ePortfolios and how they can be used to enhance student and alumni success
  • Professionals seeking to enhance student-centred learning and assessment
  • Anyone interested in flexible learning design and innovative pedagogies

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching methods and empower your students with the skills they need for success. Fill in the form below to sign up.

 

This webinar has now taken place, you can watch it on demand here.

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Guest Speakers

Carole Hunter

Customer Success Manager/Learning Consultant

PebblePad

A/Prof Kate Coleman

A/Prof Teacher Education (Visual Art and Design)

The University of Melbourne

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