During this lecture we were introduced to e-portfolios, which according to Roblyer (2003) and Barrett (2000) state that "a purposeful aggregation of digital items- ideas, evidence, reflections, feedback, data etc- which 'present' a selected audience with information about the subject of that e-portfolio" (Roblyer, 2003 Barrett, 2000, cited in Powell, 2010). We were informed by Greg that an e-portfolio is an important tool for meeting the needs of established and emerging pedagogy and approaches to learning.
Each individual’s e-portfolio allows them to present information in an electronic form, encouraging us to use and expand our knowledge on ICT, which allows for new learning opportunities. E-portfolios allow us as teachers to turn information into knowledge, assessment into an integral part of learning and turn failure into areas of successful learning. E-portfolios are modern and can easily be updated through just the click of a button. E-portfolios hold examples of students work, maintain rich content, allow both students and teachers to reflect and self-assess and most importantly allow teachers to make further improvements that will benefit our current and future students learning (Powell, 2010).
In the latter part of our workshop Greg went through some of the important aspects for when applying for teaching vacancies. Firstly, our curriculum vitae must be updated regularly and presented in a professional manner; including being printed on glossy paper and providing up to date contact details such as mobile phone numbers and e-mail addresses which will allow a potential employer or individual to contact a candidate at a present or future date. We were informed that once your curriculum vitae is shortlisted you will be called back for an interview with that particular school. To be adequately prepared for an interview it was recommended that we research the school over the internet or from another source and familiarise ourselves with the schools philosophy and various programs they offer staff and students and to understand the schools expectations. Such background information may ensure that during an interview that as a candidate we do not talk about ourselves for the majority of the interview and rather to also discuss aspects of the school to indicate to the interviewer that you have done extensive research and preparation and that you are a hardworking and dedicated individual who is keen to be apart of their school community program.
On the actual interview day a candidate must demonstrate that they are punctual and reliable as this will show the school that you are keen to become a member of their school community and will also make a good impression towards the interview panel. If the school provides you with a set of criteria questions, in the short amount of time you have before the interview starts, you are encouraged to take down notes as it will slightly ease your nerves within the interview and you will also be encouraged to refer to the question sheet for guidance and support. If you hold a first aid or anaphylaxis certificates or have coached a netball team, proof of these achievements will display to the panel that you are responsible and always enjoy becoming involved in community events and can interact socially.
We were introduced to Microsoft Publisher which is one of the programs that we can utilise whilst developing our e-portfolio. Greg initially allowed us to play around with the various functions as we created our own brochure/pamphlet about our 'favourite all time destination'.
Below is my brochure about Greece and Australia:
Towards the end of our session we begun our own individual e-portfolios and created our links on what each individual student wants to include within their electronic portfolio. Within my e-portfolio it will include, my philosophy on education, my curriculum vitae, life achievements, practicum photos, practicum reports and most importantly referees that will provide future schools with beneficial information on my skills and attributes that I can bring into the school that I may potentially be working for.
References:
Roblyer, 2003 Barrett, 2000, cited in Powell. (2010). ePORTFOLIOS for Teachers and Students use in the Primary Classroom, Week Two lecture notes, La Trobe University,Melbourne, Australia
Powell, G. (2010). ePORTFOLIOS for Teachers and Students use in the Primary Classroom, Week Two lecture notes, La Trobe University,Melbourne, Australia
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