![SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Foundation in Natural and Built Environment (FNBE)
English 1 [ENGL0105]
Assignment: E- portfolio
Assignment
Individual work. Students to reflect on
the learning process for all graded
assignments.
LO
As per
stated in the
module
10%
Online
reflective
journal
Week 15 / 16*
*subject to change
Portfolio submission
INTRODUCTION
E-Portfolio is an online compilation of documents that is flexible and is based on evidences of
which students are directly involved in a continuous reflection process towards their own learning,
the progress of their achievement on knowledge, technical and generic skills as well as their
personal, academic and career development planning. Additionally, it allows showing people your
reflective capacity, telling people your current status and future plan. Letting people know you are a
lifelong learner.
"We do not learn from experiences; we learn from reflecting on our experiences." —— John
Dewey, 1933
Referencing:
All persons, books and other sources of information are to be referenced in accordance with the
APA Style.
OBJECTIVES OF E-PORTFOLIO
The objectives of this project are as follows:
• To reflect on all learning outcomes and Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities for this module.
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![Criterion: Layout and Text Elements
3 points
The eportfolio is easy to
read. Fonts, point size,
bullets, italics, bold, and
indentations for headings
and sub-headings enhance
the presentation. Horizontal
and vertical white space is
always used appropriately.
Background and colours
enhance the readability and
aesthetic quality of the text.
2 points
The eportfolio is generally
easy to read. Fonts, point
size, bullets, italics, bold,
and indentations for
headings and sub-headings
enhance the presentation.
A few minor format
changes would enhance the
presentation. Horizontal
and vertical white space is
used appropriately in most
places. Background and
colours generally enhance
the readability of the text.
1 point
The eportfolio is often
difficult to read. Fonts,
point size, bullets, italics,
bold, and indentations for
headings and sub-headings
do not always enhance the
presentation. Some
formatting tools are under
or over-utilized. Horizontal
and vertical white space is
used inappropriately in
some places. Background
and colours are distracting
in some places. They
diminish somewhat the
readability of the text.
0 points
The eportfolio is difficult to
read. Fonts, point size,
bullets, italics, bold, and
indentations for headings
and sub-headings do not
enhance the presentation.
Many formatting tools are
under or over-utilized.
Horizontal and vertical
white space is used
inappropriately so that the
content appears cluttered.
Background and colours are
distracting. They diminish
the readability of the text.
Criterion: Writing Mechanics
3 points
There are no errors in
grammar, capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling.
2 points
There are a few errors in
grammar, capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling.
These require minor editing
and revision.
1 point
There are 4 or more errors
in grammar, capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling
requiring editing and
revision.
0 points
The text has more than 6
errors in grammar,
capitalization, punctuation,
and spelling. It requires
major editing and revision.
Adapted from Joan M. Vandervelde (2004).
Source: http://www.danwilton.com/eportfolios/rubric.php
SUGGESTED REFERENCES
ePortfolio.org (2012). Use ePortfolio to achieve your goals. Retrieved on 22nd
September,2012. Connecticut
Distance Learning Consortium (CDLC). Available at http://www.eportfolio.org/
Nadarajan,S. (2008). Undergraduate Language Teaching. The E-Portfolio Way. Paper presentation at the
National Student’s Development and Educational Conference (Nasdec ‘ 08), at University Teknologi
Malaysia on 22nd
October,2008. Available at
http://kk1.um.edu.my/Student%20Development%20Journal%20on%20web/Shanthi
%20Nadarajan_Undergaduate%20Language%20Teaching%20The%20E-Portfolio%20Way.pdf
SUGGESTED COVER PAGE / AUTHORSHIP
Should be well designed with the necessary information;
[Name / all in group]
[Id]
[Module]
[Session] July, 2013
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Assignment 3 e-portfolio
- 1. SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN Foundation in Natural and Built Environment (FNBE) English 1 [ENGL0105] Assignment: E- portfolio Assignment Individual work. Students to reflect on the learning process for all graded assignments. LO As per stated in the module 10% Online reflective journal Week 15 / 16* *subject to change Portfolio submission INTRODUCTION E-Portfolio is an online compilation of documents that is flexible and is based on evidences of which students are directly involved in a continuous reflection process towards their own learning, the progress of their achievement on knowledge, technical and generic skills as well as their personal, academic and career development planning. Additionally, it allows showing people your reflective capacity, telling people your current status and future plan. Letting people know you are a lifelong learner. "We do not learn from experiences; we learn from reflecting on our experiences." —— John Dewey, 1933 Referencing: All persons, books and other sources of information are to be referenced in accordance with the APA Style. OBJECTIVES OF E-PORTFOLIO The objectives of this project are as follows: • To reflect on all learning outcomes and Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities for this module. Taylor’s University FNBE - English 1(ENGL 0105) 1 | P a g e P a g e | 1 of 4
- 2. LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THIS REPORT • To demonstrate the ability to reflect on your work. • To communicate the relevant ideas in a clear, logical and appropriate academic English. • To share your educational experiences. • To create a dynamic resume. TASKS – METHODOLOGY Your tasks are as follows: a) Prepare a reflective entry for each graded assignment by answering the following questions i. Aims and accomplishments. Do you know the intended learning outcomes (ILOs) of each assignment? Can you identify the right attitude and practical ways to achieve these outcomes/goals? At the end of your semester, summarize what outcomes you have achieved. ii. Reflection: Having completed the module, what are your overall reflections? Have you identified your strengths and weaknesses? Which learning strategies have been proved effective? What areas can be further improved? b) Upload three to five photos or any other appropriate media and provide a brief description for about 150 to 200 words to explain on the learning process for the following. i. Essay writing ii. Oral Presentation. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENT • Upload photos or other appropriate media and write-up on a blog. • Font Arial 12 • Appendix (if any). • References. ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The assessment for this assignment will be based on: • Your demonstrated understanding of the brief. • The content of the write-up—strength of central idea and relevance to the question. • Clear and coherent organization of ideas and argument. • Ability to use scholarly references to support arguments and ideas. Taylor’s University FNBE - English 1(ENGL 0105) 2 | P a g e P a g e | 2 of 4
- 3. • Grammar and mechanics. MARKING CRITERIA A Generic Rubric for Evaluating ePortfolios Exemplary Proficient Partially Proficient Incomplete Criterion: Selection of artifacts and written communication 9 points All artifacts and work samples are clearly and directly related to the purpose of the eportfolio. All of the components demonstrate the use of clear, well organized, and accurate written communication. 6 points Most artifacts and work samples are related to the purpose of the eportfolio. There are only one or two occurrences of unorganized, inaccurate, or difficult to interpret written information. 3 points Few artifacts and work samples are related to the purpose of the eportfolio. There are three or four occurrences of unorganized, inaccurate, or difficult to interpret written information. 0 points Most artifacts and work samples are unrelated to the purpose of the eportfolio. There are more than four instances of unorganized, inaccurate, or difficult to interpret written information. Criterion: Reflections 9 points All reflections clearly identify and describe professional growth goals for lifelong learning and are constructive in nature. 6 points Most of the reflections identify and describe professional growth goals for lifelong learning and are constructive in nature. 3 points A few reflections identify and describe professional growth goals for lifelong learning and these are constructive in nature. 0 points No reflections identify and describe professional growth goals for lifelong learning. Criterion: Use of Multimedia 6 points All of the multimedia enhance the purpose of the eportfolio, create interest, and are appropriate. The content of the eportfolio is enhanced in an original way. All of the examples are appropriate for the chosen purpose. 4 points Most of the multimedia enhance the purpose of the eportfolio, create interest, and are generally appropriate. The content of the eportfolio is enhanced somewhat in an original way. 2 points A few of the multimedia enhance the purpose of the eportfolio, create interest, and are sometimes appropriate. The content of the eportfolio is not always enhanced because of the inappropriate examples chosen for the purpose. 0 points The photographs, graphics, sounds, and/or videos are inappropriate. They are distracting and detract from the content. Criterion: Captions 3 points Each artifact is accompanied by a caption that clearly explains the importance of that particular work including title, author, and date. 2 points Most of the artifacts are accompanied by a caption that clearly explains the importance of that particular work including title, author, and date. 1 point Some of the artifacts are accompanied by a caption that clearly explains the importance of that particular work including title, author, and date. 0 points None of the artifacts are accompanied by a caption that clearly explains the importance of that particular work including title, author, and date. Criterion: Ease of Navigation 3 points All of the portfolio navigation links and all sections (standards, artifacts, and reflections) connect back to the Home page and all external links connect to the appropriate website. 2 points Most of the portfolio navigation links and most sections (standards, artifacts, and reflections) connect back to the Home page. Most of the external links connect to the appropriate website. 1 point Some of the portfolio navigation links and some sections (standards, artifacts, and reflections) connect back to the Home page, but sometimes the links do not connect to preceding pages or to the original Home page. Some of the external links connect to the appropriate website. 0 points There are significant problems with portfolio navigation links and many sections (standards, artifacts, and reflections) do not connect back to the Home page or preceding pages. Many external links do not connect to the appropriate website. Taylor’s University FNBE - English 1(ENGL 0105) 3 | P a g e P a g e | 3 of 4
- 4. Criterion: Layout and Text Elements 3 points The eportfolio is easy to read. Fonts, point size, bullets, italics, bold, and indentations for headings and sub-headings enhance the presentation. Horizontal and vertical white space is always used appropriately. Background and colours enhance the readability and aesthetic quality of the text. 2 points The eportfolio is generally easy to read. Fonts, point size, bullets, italics, bold, and indentations for headings and sub-headings enhance the presentation. A few minor format changes would enhance the presentation. Horizontal and vertical white space is used appropriately in most places. Background and colours generally enhance the readability of the text. 1 point The eportfolio is often difficult to read. Fonts, point size, bullets, italics, bold, and indentations for headings and sub-headings do not always enhance the presentation. Some formatting tools are under or over-utilized. Horizontal and vertical white space is used inappropriately in some places. Background and colours are distracting in some places. They diminish somewhat the readability of the text. 0 points The eportfolio is difficult to read. Fonts, point size, bullets, italics, bold, and indentations for headings and sub-headings do not enhance the presentation. Many formatting tools are under or over-utilized. Horizontal and vertical white space is used inappropriately so that the content appears cluttered. Background and colours are distracting. They diminish the readability of the text. Criterion: Writing Mechanics 3 points There are no errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. 2 points There are a few errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. These require minor editing and revision. 1 point There are 4 or more errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling requiring editing and revision. 0 points The text has more than 6 errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. It requires major editing and revision. Adapted from Joan M. Vandervelde (2004). Source: http://www.danwilton.com/eportfolios/rubric.php SUGGESTED REFERENCES ePortfolio.org (2012). Use ePortfolio to achieve your goals. Retrieved on 22nd September,2012. Connecticut Distance Learning Consortium (CDLC). Available at http://www.eportfolio.org/ Nadarajan,S. (2008). Undergraduate Language Teaching. The E-Portfolio Way. Paper presentation at the National Student’s Development and Educational Conference (Nasdec ‘ 08), at University Teknologi Malaysia on 22nd October,2008. Available at http://kk1.um.edu.my/Student%20Development%20Journal%20on%20web/Shanthi %20Nadarajan_Undergaduate%20Language%20Teaching%20The%20E-Portfolio%20Way.pdf SUGGESTED COVER PAGE / AUTHORSHIP Should be well designed with the necessary information; [Name / all in group] [Id] [Module] [Session] July, 2013 Taylor’s University FNBE - English 1(ENGL 0105) 4 | P a g e P a g e | 4 of 4