For staff, E-portfolios can be used as:
- An area to demonstrate professional development
- A showcase of skills and accomplishments
- Individual and career development plans
- Performance reviews
- A showcase of design capabilities and creativity
| What Are The Benefits of Using E-Portfolio for Staff:
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Staff who develop their own Portfolio will see BENEFITS . . . from the PROCESS
- Staff will have the opportunity to explore more fully who they are and what they know and can do
- They will refresh their skills in documenting lifelong learning experiences. This allows them to bring all of their learning to their daily job challenges
- They will assess their strengths and interests which will assist them in seeking new opportunities within the company that they are suited for. This allows a company to retain the most talented staff members
- A Portfolio initiative would create a “buzz” of interest and excitement resulting in increased staff morale
. . . . from the PRODUCT
- Staff will have a record of personal learning with documents that prove formal and informal learning. This results in a definite boost of confidence
- A staff with increased confidence will be a more productive staff
- Staff will be able to demonstrate professional growth and show a commitment to continued learning. They will have evidence for a requested transfer or promotion
- Staff will be able to “showcase” their best work and share examples easily and comfortably with each other. A community of sharing ideas and best practices will be developed within the company
- Human Resource specialists will have an effective tool to match employees to job position. They will be able to identify strengths and/or weaknesses to help the staff with future professional development decisions
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| Get Started With Mahara
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The following steps will get you on your way to creating your own e-portfolio:
- View sample staff e-portfolios
- Read the Mahara FAQ
- Log in to Mahara - http://eportfolio.aub.edu.lb
- Follow the Mahara tutorial
- START CREATING YOUR E-PORTFOLIO!
Note: Contact ACPS by email at moodle@aub.edu.lb or by phone at extension 3580 for Mahara support.
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