Evidence of Work

One of the most basic pieces of an ePortfolio is the evidence included; evidence is meant to provide a deeper understanding to the viewer of your skills, experience, and thoughts. Evidence should provide proof to prospective employers of your abilities and talents and tailored to your intended audience. An ePortfolio intended as part of an application for certification may include different types of evidence than one intended for a job application.

Most importantly, your evidence should be accompanied by some form of reflective content or writing. Reflection on lessons learned or experience gained alongside the proof of effort provides a much deeper understanding of what was involved in your work, and also a deeper understanding of you as an individual.

A Collaborative Effort
The creation of an ePortfolio should be a collaborative effort between students, students and faculty, and students and their advisors. The creative process can often be enhanced in a group setting or through constructive feedback. Just as in coursework, faculty can provide important insight into the evidence used. In addition, faculty or advisors may be aware of certain requirements that must be met by an ePortfolio if it is intended for professional purposes.

It is highly recommended that you involve faculty members and your advisor when working on evidence to be used in an ePortfolio.