Adopting an e-Portfolio as an assessment tool: Investigating options, issues and future possibilities Dr Robyn Smyth Ms Catherine Studdert Academic Developer JMP Project Manager - Occupational Therapy School of Rural Medicine School of Health Sciences Faculty of the Professions Faculty of Health University of New England The University of Newcastle Dr Graeme Horton Professor Ian Symonds Mr Brett Griffin Senior Lecturer in Medical Education Dean of the JMP IT Project Officer and General Practice Professor of Obstetrics School of Medicine & Public Health School of Medicine & Public Health School of Medicine & Public Health Faculty of Health Faculty of Health Faculty of Health The University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle
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Adopting an e-Portfolio as an assessment tool:Investigating options, issues and future
School of Rural Medicine School of Health Sciences
Faculty of the Professions Faculty of Health
University of New England The University of Newcastle
Dr Graeme Horton Professor Ian Symonds Mr Brett Griffin
Senior Lecturer in Medical Education Dean of the JMP IT Project Officer
and General Practice Professor of ObstetricsSchool of Medicine & Public Health School of Medicine & Public Health School of Medicine & Public Health
Faculty of Health Faculty of Health Faculty of Health
The University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle
Cross-institutional teaching of medical students – rural/regional footprint
200 students per year over wide geographical base
Assessment Committee working party investigating potential use of e-Portfolio
Chose Buzetto More & Alade’s 2008 Pentagonal e-Portfolio Model as theoretical framework
Approach taken: pedagogy to drive choice of technology
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2Context
Joint Medical
Program
Where are we going?
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Our Needs
Recording of valuable educational experiences for later reference by students
Interoperability and secure storage of sensitive information
Tracking of clinical experiences, especially those which trace the path to developing professionalism
Assessment of student learning and competencies
Provision of useful feedback to students
Provision of a tool which encourages students to reflect on their experiences and learning, which can form the basis of further dialogue with mentors.
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Our Needs
RecordingStoring
TrackingAssessmentFeedback
Reflections
e-Portfolio: student-centred
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Current IT Architecture
e-Portfolios
Cohesive electronic repositories Used for recording, storing and tracking students’ work,
assessment items, feedback and evidence of clinical experience and competencies
Pedagogically and technologically progressive Student-centred approach Have the ability to adapt to their needs whilst learning in clinical
and non-clinical settings, and rural and urban locations. Promote reflective learning and planning Enhance communication Create a record of a student’s work and experience to support
their professional careers and life-long learning
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Student-Centred
Approach
Scholarly Approach
Our investigations have been guided by our conceptual framework reflective of Buzzetto-More & Alade’s (2008) Pentagonal e-Portfolio Model:
I. Identify Needs (purpose, performance indicators and learning outcomes)
II. Determination, Assessment & Budget (select systems features, assess existing technology, determine type, determine budget)
III. Select & Strategic Planning (select system, develop implementation plan)
IV. Development (build into curriculum, develop rubrics, assessment, allocate resources)
V. Implement & Grow Towards Continuous Improvement (prepare students/staff, pilot, testing, evaluation, implementation)
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Buzzetto-More & Alade (2008)
ANZAME09 poster
Our Investigation
From niche medical suites to general e-Portfolio software– None fit all our needs, but some are candidates
Anecdotal reports that e-Portfolios are desired by our students– Flexible– Shows progress– Supported
Literature Review of e-Portfolio in Medical Programs– Remember staff;– Introduce early in program where possible– Fit to purpose
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Our Investigation
Available Software
Peer Experiences
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10Our dream IT Architecture
2010 Pilot - Overview
Small group of Newcastle-based student volunteers in Year 4 Joint Medical Program