Falkenberg Getman, J. (2017). Digital portfolios for learning and professional development: A faculty development curriculum (Doctoral dissertation). Available from ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global database. (UMI No. 10801944)
Abstract:
“When constructed with deep reflection, curated artifacts of learning, and structured narratives, a digital portfolio can surface the development of knowledge and skills, demonstrate competency and offer a dynamic portrait of the author’s professional identity. The curriculum, Digital Portfolios for Learning and Professional Development is designed to motivate and teach adjunct instructors in Rossier’s School Business Management Certificate Program (SBMCP) how to use, and teach their students to use, digital portfolios so that they and their students realize the digital portfolio’s educational and professional advantages. The TPACK (Technology Pedagogy and Content Knowledge) framework, expectancy-value theory, constructivist, and adult learning theories influenced the instructional design and delivery of this curriculum. Overall, the curriculum engages learners in portfolio practices that increase metacognition, communication, critical thinking, and digital literacy skills while encouraging self-regulated learning. Evaluation of this curriculum is guided by the New World Kirkpatrick’s model of evaluation to assess changes in motivation by measuring task value, self-efficacy and goal orientation before and after instructors participate in training. Formative and summative assessments measure the achievement of learning outcomes, while surveys, observations and interviews are planned to evaluate the transfer of learning and achievement of program level outcomes in the long term. Although the hybrid curriculum references a specific portfolio application, a modular arrangement of content allows for flexibility in delivery and choice of technology for creating digital portfolios. Recommendations are included for adapting the curriculum to teach portfolio practices in the context of other disciplines and professional fields.”