A Chance to be Vulnerable

This week’s journey included reviewing each other's ePortfolios. This is nerve-wrecking because you have to be vulnerable. Putting out incomplete work for others to see is stressful; however, it is the chance to elevate your creation and clarify any doubts. Once you take the plunge and accept feedback, it is the most insightful opportunity. 

The inspirational portfolios, I saw: 

1. Shaqueta Lewis (2024) used Canvas as a platform. Very creative! Navigation is straight forward; however, I might be traditional, I do prefer the website; however, it was very interesting to see a different platform and how it can be used. I actually want to use Canvas with my students. This ePortfolio is a great reference point. 

2. Several pages had a reference/resource page, where they maintained a list of all sources used. The part that intrigued me was the books list. Almost all of the pages had an image of the book, which is helpful. I would like to add a review to the books I have read to further help my lovely audience. I came across Joseph Perrone’s portfolio (2024); he has the reference and resource page separate. This may be the ‘strat’ (strategy)  since the amount of resources we add through the course can get extensive and convoluted.  I believe it is a requirement for one of the classes in the program; fingers crossed, I can get ahead on this.

3. Two more ideas I adored: Tammy Richard (2024) has a section titled “Talks w/ Teacher Tams” that can be used to post a podcast or discussion board videos from the courses. Meanwhile, Nadia Flores’ (2024) starts her homepage with a video that captivates her audience. 

The feedback I received. I want to note that I  asked for specific feedback; I believe that gave my peers confidence and a sense of help; at the same time, I received suggestions I needed. The focus: My Homepage.

1.  Overall consensus: Name, welcome message, picture of myself, and a meaningful image or quote of my innovation

2. Other: Brief bio, link my graphics, posts feed, what my audience will find. 

Thank you to Khelia Olison Williams, Joseph Perrone, and Whitney Davis (2024)for your help and support.

References:

Davis, W., Olison Williams, K., & Perrone, J. (2024, September). Collaborative discussion- Collaboration at its finest. [Online forum posts]. Lamar University.

Flores, N. (2024). Welcome. ePortfolio. https://sites.google.com/view/nadia-ann-flores?usp=sharing 

Lewis, S. (2024). Shaqueta Lewis’ ePortfolio. https://www.canva.com/design/DAGQefy9xgg/9CY_IvOYnAHDYFbUS1Gl8A/view?utm_content=DAGQefy9xgg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor 

Perrone, J. (2024). Resources. The learning teacher. https://www.applieddigitallearning.net/resources 

Richard, T. (2024). Talks w/ teacher Tams. Teaching tools tips. https://teachertams.weebly.com/talks-w-teacher-tams.html