The diffusion of electronic portfolios in teacher education: issues of initiation and implementation.

Abstract

This descriptive investigation investigates the diffusion of electronic portfolios in preservice teacher education through documenting the context and emergent practices in six programs identified as mature in their implementation. connection variables examined include prior use of paper portfolios, crushings for standards-based assessment, and leadership and governance issues. Variations in program implementation are also explored including the portfolio tools exerciseed artifact selection, evaluation of pupil work, and the role of reflection. Findings of the research suggest that ...