Professional Literature Summary

Article #7

Bib. Information Beckers, J., Dolmans, D.H.J.M., & van Merrinboer, J.J.G. (2016). e-Portfolios
(APA Formatting): enhancing students self-directed learning: A systematic review of
influencing factors. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology,
32(2), 32-46. Retrieved from http://web.a.ebscohost.com.proxy-
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Author(s) Affiliation: Jorrick Beckers, Diana Dolmans, and Jeroen van Merrinboer - Maastricht
University

Type of Resource: This article is a scholarly research study featured in the Australasian Journal of
(Scholarly Educational Technology.
/Trade/Other)

Summary of essential o self-directed learning is goal-directed and self-controlled

information: o can be facilitated using portfolios
o types of portfolios
o showcase portfolio: container to display completed work
o learning portfolio: document and support learning process
o dossier, reflective, training, and personal development
o e-portfolios are up and coming
o e-portfolios have a lot of advantages
o include multimedia and can automatically aggregate input data
o very motivational
o factors influence e-portfolios
o institutional (teachers and policy)
o curriculum (integration, competence, summative)
o learning process (coaching)
o personal (motivation, time, awareness)
o portfolio (scaffolding ability, suitability)
o new to the process should be eased into technological component

Potential relevance to This article is relevant to my research topic because it provides an innovative
your research topic approach to self-assessment, one that very appropriate to 21st century learners.
and study: E-portfolios seem to be a great way to collect data, and encourage student
progress and motivation. The focus on the need for scaffolding from teachers
on student use of technology to compile a portfolio is necessary, however, for
success and engagement.