Electronic Portfolio

At the end of the term, you'll turn in a portfolio which includes:

1. A title page with your name, the name of the class, the semester, and "Portfolio."
   
2. A 2-3 page reflective letter to your instructor. 4 pts. total (2 for presentation, 2 for content).
   

   This should be in standard letter format and do the following:

   • Summarize the feedback you received during your workshop sessions, explaining what you learned about the strengths and weaknesses of your writing.
   • Explain how you revised the work in question, based on the feedback you received.
   • Address the possibilities and directions for future new work which came out of these sessions.
   • Put your thoughts into the larger context of your overall progress and development as a writer.
   • The purpose of the letter is to help you think about and best use the feedback you received. The purpose is also to show that you were attentive to the class's responses and that you have applied those responses to engaged, ongoing revisions of your work. The letter should demonstrate your commitment to improvement, and help me to evaluate your progress and seriousness as a writer.
   • Be sure your paragraphs are developed and focused, your sentences edited and proofread for lapses in clarity, style, and mechanics.
     
3. Your chapbook (a minimalist version--cover, title page, table of contents, paginated work). 3 pts. for presentation.
   
4. Notebook select: 5 of your best, most diverse and interesting notebook pieces, re-typed and polished. Go for a mix of genres. 3 pts. for presentation.

How to Turn in Your Portfolio

There is a Forum in our Blackboard Discussion Board where you can post your finished portfolio.

NOTE!

• All material must be typed and double-spaced.
• Each item must be clearly labeled.
• All material must be proofread for clarity, concision, and mechanical correctness.

Purpose

This portfolio will give both you, me, and the English dept. program assessors a good sense of what you've done this semester. Scoring is primarily for "presentation," which means neatness, orderliness, and overall professional appearance and visual appeal. The content of your reflective letter is also scored.

I strongly advise you to KEEP this portfolio for future use. It can be a valuable item to show employers, advisers, future instructors, etc., and will provide you with interesting evidence of your progress as a student.

Evaluation Criteria

The portfolio must heed all instructions above and contain the items listed. Each item is clearly labeled, and each group of items is stapled or clipped. All work is carefully edited and proofread. All materials are enclosed in a manilla envelope, with your name and the course name lightly penciled on the outside.

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