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Graphic of physical objects used to create an eportfolion in desktop and mobile formats.

What is a Digital Portfolio?

Digital Portfolios (also known as ePortfolios) are collections of artifacts chosen to showcase specific skills, experiences, and ideas. They are meant to be shared with peers, instructors, mentors, and potential employers. Portfolios can include artifacts from the past, present, and future ambitions.

Types of portfolios

Three main types of portfolios are common in higher education:

  1. Showcase: collection of best works and achievements
  2. Academic: display of learning progress with a focus on feedback
  3. Assessment: shows competency/proficiency/accountability

Why You Should Use a Digital Portfolio

Digital portfolios have many advantages over print. Not only are they easily customizable, but they also offer many benefits, such as:

  • Inclusion of multimedia and digital badges
  • Transferable to professional environments
  • Infinite audience
  • Immediate feedback
  • Content easily updated
  • No paper copies required

UAB-Provided Digital Portfolio Tools

Adobe Portfolio

Adobe Portfolio

Microsoft Sway

Microsoft Sway

Other External Digital Portfolio Tools

TOOL

COST

DOWNLOADABLE

HOSTING

Canvas Portfolios

Free

No

Free

WordPress

Free or Pro ($$)

Yes

Based on subscription

SquareSpace

Free or Personal ($$)

Yes

Based on subscription

FolioSpaces

Free or Premium ($)

Yes

Free; paid personalized hosting

Site123

Free or Premium ($$)

Yes

Free; paid personalized hosting

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