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	Edited by Dr. Lynne Schrum, University of Utah
formerly Journal of Research on Computing in Education

Volume 38 Number 3 Spring 2006

Implementing Project-Based Learning And E-Portfolio Assessment In an Undergraduate Course

Yasemin Gülbahar and Hasan Tinmaz
Baskent University, Turkey

Abstract

In this case study, the aim was to implement project-based learning by utilizing e-portfolio assessment in a small-scale classroom (N = 8). The compulsory Design, Development, and Evaluation of Educational Software course in the curriculum of the Department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology was selected due to its strong relationship with real life while lending itself to addressing the major concern of project-based learning. Despite insufficient classroom size and students’ challenges on animation software, it was found that project-based learning was an appropriate choice for conducting such a course. Moreover, e-portfolio assessment proved to be valuable in project-based learning. In the rest of the paper, findings from other research studies evaluating project-based learning are discussed and recommendations are presented.

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Contributor

Yasemin Gülbahar is an assistant professor of Computer Education and Instructional Technology at Baskent University. Her research interests include e-learning, Web-based instructional design, and technology planning.

Hasan Tinmaz is an instructor of Computer Education and Instructional Technology at Baskent University. His research interests include instructional design, adult training, technology integration, evaluation of educational software, and technology training of preservice teacher education.

Contact

Yasemin Gülbahar, PhD
Department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology
Faculty of Education
Baskent University
Ankara, Turkey 06530
gulbahar@baskent.edu.tr

Hasan Tinmaz
Department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology
Faculty of Education
Baskent University
Ankara, Turkey 06530
htinmaz@baskent.edu.tr

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