Creating Google Site Student Portfolios 18-19

Resumes used to be the only tool you had to showcase your academic and professional achievements when you were looking for a new job. Today you have so many more options, one of which is to create a Digital Portfolio. This visual representation of your history and greatest achievements provides employers with proof of what you can do and helps them see why they should consider hiring you. It also sets you apart from all the other candidates who simply send in a resume and cover letter.

A DIGITAL PORTFOLIO IS AN ONLINE COLLECTION OF YOUR VERY BEST WORK, THAT VISUALLY PROVES WHAT YOU CAN DO!

Resource: https://www.everydayinterviewtips.com/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-for-your-job-interview/

"If you’re in the process of developing a digital portfolio, you can’t afford to view it as a mere collection of work samples; you need to think of it as your preeminent marketing piece." 

- Ram Castillo (Award Winning Designer and Art Director)

Resource: https://www.roberthalf.com/blog/writing-a-resume/expert-tips-on-how-to-create-a-killer-digital-portfolio

"One of the inherent dangers with digital portfolios, for example, is that the technological novelty of the product could overshadow the purpose of the portfolio."

- Digital portfolios: fact or fashion?" by Helen Woodward & Phil Nanlohy

Resource:  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/0260293042000188492?journalCode=caeh20

According to Inc. Magazine (Online) and the Young Entrepreneur Council you should turn experiences into a story worth sharing.  According to the article "How to Create a Digital Portfolio That Stands Out From The Pack", some of the main reasons to create a Digital Portfolio are to:

• SHOW OFF YOUR BEST WORK


• TELL YOUR STORY


• FEATURE REFERENCES & RECOMMENDATIONS


• EMBED A VIDEO OR PROJECT

Reference: https://www.inc.com/young-entrepreneur-council/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-that-stands-out-from-pack.html

One of the best resources for creating a Digital Portfolio is at https://info.portfolium.com/blog/digital-portfolio-tips.  There are 10 PRO Tips that are discussed in the article that you should consider using in this project.

Here is the Process of Creating an Electronic Portfolio developed by Helen C. Barrett, Ph.D.:

1. 1 Creating an Interactive Portfolio with Google Sites
   
   
   1. 1.1 Getting started
   
   
   
   


2. 2 Keeping a Learning Journal


3. 3 Authoring an electronic portfolio
   
   
   1. 3.1 Create a first page - Introduction & Table of Contents
   
   
   2. 3.2 Set up a structure using goals (or themes) as organizing framework
   
   
   3. 3.3 Create one page for each section
   
   
   4. 3.4 Upload artifacts/create hyperlinks
   
   
   5. 3.5 Write reflections for each goal/skill and each artifact
   
   
   6. 3.6 Write future learning goals
   
   
   7. 3.7 Publish Portfolio - Seek Feedback
   
   
   
   


4. 4 Evaluating Portfolios

Mr. Scribner's Sample Google Digital Portfolio Site

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:  Sign-In to Google

Step 2:  Click your "Waffle" (Upper Right Corner) to open your list of Google Applications

Step 3:  Click on Google Sites

Step 4:  Watch The Video Below:

Step 5:  Design Your Site Heading

1. Upper Left Corner - Change the Site Name to CCS Student Portfolio, and ADD a Logo of your choice.


2. Change the Site TITLE to your Full Name.


3. Move the Pointer to the Lower Left Corner of the Heading and choose the type of Image used for the Background.  You may also Click Header Type to change the Header area.


4. Click on the TEXT BOX button (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add space below the Header for a Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position you are interested in.


5. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an "ABOUT ME:" section below the Text Box.  See the sample site at https://sites.google.com/ccs.us/hscribnerportfolio/home for what to write in this section.


6. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an additional section for at least 2 of your most recent projects that you are proud of.


7. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "CCS-515 Projects".  Add TEXT Boxes for Title Bars, and Insert Sections to add all of your work for each project.  You can Upload files, or link directly to your Google Drive.


8. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "CEW Evidence".   Use this page to link/post information about anything that would qualify as evidence for PA Career Education & Work Standards.  These can include resume's, cover letters, career project investigation surveys or worksheets, individual assessment forms, and any other documents from work you have completed.  Remember, 8th-Grade students are required to have at least eight (8) items in this section prior to heading to high school.  You MUST have an Individual Career Plan started as well.  See your counselor for help with this.


9. At any time during the design process you can click the PREVIEW Button and see what your site will look like. 

Once you are in high school, or with your parent's permission, create a personal Gmail Account and use the following link to transfer your work to your own account.  This way you will not lose this as you graduate, and stop using your ccs.us account:

https://support.google.com/a/answer/1041297?hl=en

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

You must have the following items for credit:

Header and Home Page:  Student must have a legible header with your site title (CCS Student Portfolio) and a small logo of some sort.  Student must also have a "Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position You Are Interested In" section.  The "About Me" section must include a tasteful, professional-looking picture of the student (Collegium I.D. picture is recommended), and a paragraph or two as outlined on Mr. Scribner's Sample Site.  Student must also have at least two (2) current projects outlined, with images, on the Home Page.  Make sure all titles and additional pages are accessible from this page.

CCS-515 Projects Page:  Student must add sections for Computer Skills & Applications or STEAM-E, and include enough sections for every project to date.  Student should review their Google Drive and the Class Assignment Site's Archive Section (collegiumtech.blogspot.com) to make sure they have all the previous projects.  Add additional sections for other classes.  There should, at minimum, be spaces for English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science.  Make sure to LINK any work from your Google Drive for each class.

CEW Evidence Page:    Students should scan any external document to their Google Drive prior to adding them to this page (Try to add them as a PDF).  Make sure to add all items from CSA or STEAM-E classes that qualify as CEW Evidence here, instead of on the previous page.

Additional pages may be created for other projects, specific reasons, or at the request of other teachers.  This site should be updated regularly with new work, and evidence for PA CEW Requirements.  Use this site to reference work during interviews for jobs or college entrance meetings.  Make sure that your parents see this site, and approve of anything you post.

TURN IT IN BY EMAIL THE PUBLISHED LINK TO MR. S (hscribner@ccs.us) FOR CREDIT!

Digital Portfolios using Google Sites (CCS.US) 18-19 S1

Resumes used to be the only tool you had to showcase your academic and professional achievements when you were looking for a new job. Today you have so many more options, one of which is to create a Digital Portfolio. This visual representation of your history and greatest achievements provides employers with proof of what you can do and helps them see why they should consider hiring you. It also sets you apart from all the other candidates who simply send in a resume and cover letter.

A DIGITAL PORTFOLIO IS AN ONLINE COLLECTION OF YOUR VERY BEST WORK, THAT VISUALLY PROVES WHAT YOU CAN DO!

Resource: https://www.everydayinterviewtips.com/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-for-your-job-interview/

"If you’re in the process of developing a digital portfolio, you can’t afford to view it as a mere collection of work samples; you need to think of it as your preeminent marketing piece." 

- Ram Castillo (Award Winning Designer and Art Director)

Resource: https://www.roberthalf.com/blog/writing-a-resume/expert-tips-on-how-to-create-a-killer-digital-portfolio

"One of the inherent dangers with digital portfolios, for example, is that the technological novelty of the product could overshadow the purpose of the portfolio."

- Digital portfolios: fact or fashion?" by Helen Woodward & Phil Nanlohy

Resource:  https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/0260293042000188492?journalCode=caeh20

According to Inc. Magazine (Online) and the Young Entrepreneur Council you should turn experiences into a story worth sharing.  According to the article "How to Create a Digital Portfolio That Stands Out From The Pack", some of the main reasons to create a Digital Portfolio are to:

• SHOW OFF YOUR BEST WORK


• TELL YOUR STORY


• FEATURE REFERENCES & RECOMMENDATIONS


• EMBED A VIDEO OR PROJECT

Reference: https://www.inc.com/young-entrepreneur-council/how-to-create-a-digital-portfolio-that-stands-out-from-pack.html

One of the best resources for creating a Digital Portfolio is at https://info.portfolium.com/blog/digital-portfolio-tips.  There are 10 PRO Tips that are discussed in the article that you should consider using in this project.

Here is the Process of Creating an Electronic Portfolio developed by Helen C. Barrett, Ph.D.:

1. 1 Creating an Interactive Portfolio with Google Sites
   
   
   1. 1.1 Getting started
   
   
   
   


2. 2 Keeping a Learning Journal


3. 3 Authoring an electronic portfolio
   
   
   1. 3.1 Create a first page - Introduction & Table of Contents
   
   
   2. 3.2 Set up a structure using goals (or themes) as organizing framework
   
   
   3. 3.3 Create one page for each section
   
   
   4. 3.4 Upload artifacts/create hyperlinks
   
   
   5. 3.5 Write reflections for each goal/skill and each artifact
   
   
   6. 3.6 Write future learning goals
   
   
   7. 3.7 Publish Portfolio - Seek Feedback
   
   
   
   


4. 4 Evaluating Portfolios

Mr. Scribner's Sample Google Digital Portfolio Site

STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:  Sign-In to Google

Step 2:  Click your "Waffle" (Upper Right Corner) to open your list of Google Applications

Step 3:  Click on Google Sites

Step 4:  Watch The Video Below:

Step 5:  Design Your Site Heading

1. Upper Left Corner - Change the Site Name to CCS Student Portfolio, and ADD a Logo of your choice.


2. Change the Site TITLE to your Full Name.


3. Move the Pointer to the Lower Left Corner of the Heading and choose the type of Image used for the Background.  You may also Click Header Type to change the Header area.


4. Click on the TEXT BOX button (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add space below the Header for a Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position you are interested in.


5. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an "ABOUT ME:" section below the Text Box.  See the sample site at https://sites.google.com/ccs.us/hscribner/home for what to write in this section.


6. Click on one of the Layouts (under Insert in the menu on the right side of the screen), and add an additional section for at least 2 of your most recent projects that you are proud of.


7. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "CCS-515 Projects".  Add TEXT Boxes for Title Bars, and Insert Sections to add all of your work for each project.  You can Upload files, or link directly to your Google Drive.


8. Click the PAGES link in the menu to the right side of the screen.  Add a PAGE labeled "CEW Evidence".   Use this page to link/post information about anything that would qualify as evidence for PA Career Education & Work Standards.  These can include resume's, cover letters, career project investigation surveys or worksheets, individual assessment forms, and any other documents from work you have completed.  Remember, 8th-Grade students are required to have at least eight (8) items in this section prior to heading to high school.  You MUST have an Individual Career Plan started as well.  See your counselor for help with this.


9. At any time during the design process you can click the PREVIEW Button and see what your site will look like. 

Once you are in high school, or with your parent's permission, create a personal Gmail Account and use the following link to transfer your work to your own account.  This way you will not lose this as you graduate, and stop using your ccs.us account:

https://support.google.com/a/answer/1041297?hl=en

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

You must have the following items for credit:

Header and Home Page:  Student must have a legible header with your site title (CCS Student Portfolio) and a small logo of some sort.  Student must also have a "Personal Mission Statement / Memorable Quote / Job or Position You Are Interested In" section.  The "About Me" section must include a tasteful, professional-looking picture of the student (Collegium I.D. picture is recommended), and a paragraph or two as outlined on Mr. Scribner's Sample Site.  Student must also have at least two (2) current projects outlined, with images, on the Home Page.  Make sure all titles and additional pages are accessible from this page.



Morning Meeting/CR Journal:  Student will create this page as a place-holder for Constructed Response Items, Journal, or other posts as required.  Student can use this space to comment on news, events, or other interests.  Make sure that anything posted is school-appropriate, and in good taste, even when it might be a controversial or inflammatory topic.  Be respectful at all times.

CCS-515 Projects Page:  Student must add sections for Computer Skills & Applications or STEAM-E, and include enough sections for every project to date.  Student should review their Google Drive and the Class Assignment Site's Archive Section (collegiumtech.blogspot.com) to make sure they have all the previous projects.  Add additional sections for other classes.  There should, at minimum, be spaces for English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science.  Make sure to LINK any work from your Google Drive for each class.

CEW Evidence Page:    Students should scan any external document to their Google Drive prior to adding them to this page (Try to add them as a PDF).  Make sure to add all items from CSA or STEAM-E classes that qualify as CEW Evidence here, instead of on the previous page.

Additional pages may be created for other projects, specific reasons, or at the request of other teachers.  This site should be updated regularly with new work, and evidence for PA CEW Requirements.  Use this site to reference work during interviews for jobs or college entrance meetings.  Make sure that your parents see this site, and approve of anything you post.



When You Click "PUBLISH" You Must Title Your Page Using Your First Initial and Last Name.  See Example Below:

https://sites.google.com/ccs.us/hscribner

TURN IT IN BY EMAIL THE PUBLISHED LINK TO MR. S (hscribner@ccs.us) FOR CREDIT!

ITUNES U

What is iTunes U

Table of Contents

What is iTunes U

Accessing iTunes U Course Manager

How Can I use iTunes U?

Benefits of using iTunes U

Sign in to Course Manager and create a Course

Share Course

Download iTunes U

Important Links

Collaborate using iTunes U

Customize the Learning Experience

iTunes U its a powerful distribution system for everything from lectures to language lessons, films to labs, and audiobooks. An innovative way to get educational content into the hands of students. By sharing content on iTunes U, you can easily connect with students, peers, and the public.


iTunes U offers more than 800,000 free lectures, videos, books, and other resources on thousands of subjects. The content comes from educational and cultural institutions.

Accessing iTunes U Course Manager

To access the iTunes U Course Manager:
1.Go to www.itunesu.itunes.apple.com
2.Enter your Apple ID (For example johndoe@me.com) OR create an Apple ID
if you do not have one. (Create Apple ID) (An Apple ID is a user name use for everything you do with Apple products.)

How Can I use iTunes U?

• Academic content for a specific course or courses

• Recordings of lecture or presentation series, guest speakers, or special events Recruitment materials

• Promotional content for a college, department, research project, organization, or event

• Training or informational materials

• Artistic or dramatic performances

• Community outreach.

Benefits of using iTunes U

• iTunes supports audio, audio enhanced (audio with a slide show), video, PDF, and ePub content, including iBooks interactive textbooks.

• iTunes software is designed to allow content to be downloaded to a user's personal computer or mobile device.

• As an instructor you can feature a broad range of audio, video, books, and other educational materials along with your course syllabus, handouts, and quizzes and make the course and materials available quickly and easily to your students as an iTunes U course for the iTunes U app. You can upload materials from your computer or pull content and links from the Internet.

• Free and easy to use

Sign in to Course Manager and create a Course

You need to sign in to iTunes U Course Manager to create your instructor profile, and create, edit, and organize your courses.

Sign in to Course Manager


You can create public and private courses.

By default, all courses created in Course Manager are private. 


iTunes U Public Site Manager and the administrator will add the course to the institution’s iTunes U site.


View a video tutorial on how to create a course on iTunes U
iTunes U Course Manager is organized in three sections:

• Info


• Posts


• Materials

Share Course

• When you are ready to share your course, you can choose Enroll Code from the Settings pop-up menu in the dashboard to share a link to your course with students and other users.

Tip: You can also choose Enroll Code to copy and paste a course link into an email and then send the email to your own iOS device (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch) and preview and test your course from a student’s perspective before sharing the course with others.

• For private courses, share the course enroll code with your students. Students request access by entering the code in the iTunes U app on an iOS device (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch). After you approve a request, students can access the course using an Apple ID.

• For private courses, when students access the link from an iOS device (iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch), they can tap the link to request access. After you approve a request, students can access the course using an Apple ID.

Download iTunes U

Download iTunes U for desktop
Download for iTunes iPhone/iPad
To download a course onto your mobile device, download the iTunes U app from the App Store, open app, click on "Catalog" on the upper right-hand corner, find a series you're interested in, and click "Subscribe". The content is then delivered directly to you, whether the course is a series of lectures, videos, PDFs, or an entire book.
After downloading the course content, you can process it however you wish. You can choose to learn at your own pace and decide whether to use your computer, iPad or iPhone.

Important Links

A Guide for Creating iTunes U Courses
Apple iTunes Information
Apple iTunes U Course Manager info
iTunes U Course Guidelines
iTunes U Support
Technical Requirements

Collaborate using iTunes U

• Teachers can collaborate on course creation, management, and enrollment with up to five course contributors like department leads, teacher’s assistants, or district curriculum developers. You can also transfer your current course to another teacher, complete with the existing student enrollment. Or just offer inspiration by sharing a copy of your course - the outline, posts, assignments, and materials - to help others get started.

• The best courses include a rich variety of content that inspires you and engages your students -from Multi-Touch books, news articles, documents and handouts to dynamic apps, videos, and websites. It’s easy to quickly add materials right from the iTunes U app. Or you can organize everything on your Mac, and upload from the web-based tool.

Customize the Learning Experience

• Instructors can create and manage their course and students can experience it all from the iTunes U app on iPad.

• Assignments, materials, and study notes all work together in the iTunes U app to keep students prepared for class and engaged in learning.Students can see homework assignments with due dates for all their courses from the home screen.

• The iTunes U app lets students enroll in a course and download all of the materials they need when they are connected to Wi-Fi - which means learning and studying can happen anywhere, at anytime with just an iPad.

• Students can access your course and materials (for example, lectures, books, documents, apps, web links) through the iTunes U app on their iOS devices 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Students can enroll or subscribe to courses, download materials, play video or audio lectures, read books, view presentations, and see a checklist of all assignments in one place.