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Edited by Dr. Lynne Schrum, University of Utah
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| formerly Journal of Research on Computing in
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Volume 37 Number 4 Summer 2005
The Diffusion of Electronic Portfolios in Teacher Education: Issues
Of Initiation
and Implementation
Neal Strudler
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Keith Wetzel
Arizona State University West
Abstract
This descriptive study investigates the diffusion of electronic
portfolios
in preservice teacher education by documenting the context and
emergent practices
in six programs identified as mature in their implementation. Context
variables
examined include prior use of paper portfolios, pressures for
standards-based
assessment, and leadership and governance issues. Variations in
program implementation
are also explored including the portfolio tools employed, artifact
selection,
evaluation of student work, and the role of reflection. Findings of
the study
suggest that amidst the common themes across programs, there are
numerous variations
in approaches to e-portfolio use. The authors conclude that further
research
is needed to examine the future directions for e-portfolios envisioned
as well
as specific advice for those in earlier stages of adoption or
implementation.
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Contributors
Neal Strudler is a professor of educational computing and technology
in the
College of Education at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His
current research
focuses on technology integration in teacher education programs and
the role
of technology coordinators in K–12 schools.
Keith Wetzel is a professor of teacher education in the College of
Teacher
Education and Leadership at Arizona State University at West campus.
His research
interests include preservice professional development for technology
integration
and the improvement of teacher quality.
Contact
Neal Strudler
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 89154-3005
strudler@unlv.nevada.edu
Keith Wetzel
College of Teacher Education and Leadership
Arizona State University
P. O. Box 37100
Phoenix, AZ 85069-7100
keith.wetzel@asu.edu
Copyright © 2005, ISTE (International Society for Technology in
Education).
All rights reserved.
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