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E-Portfolios, an Innovative Future Ahead: Optimizing Workplace Learning in Healthcare Education

Thu, April 21, 11:30am to 1:00pm PDT (11:30am to 1:00pm PDT), San Diego Convention Center, Floor: Upper Level, Room 7A

Session Type: Invited Speaker Session

Abstract

The integrated use of digital technologies in higher education has been a game- changer. Different advantages have been put forward, such as improving communication, collaboration, and content sharing. Digital portfolios or ePortfolios take advantage of these technology affordances. They are considered an appropriate tool to support competency-based pedagogical approaches and promote lifelong learning in the 21ste century. EPortfolios are frequently used, especially in the context of healthcare education. However, despite an “e-Portfolio boom”, effective ePortfolio use remains difficult. During this symposium, we will take an interdisciplinary look at ePortfolios. We will outline available evidence, explore perspectives of ePortfolio users in high-, middle- and low-income countries, and provide recommendations addressing the perceived difficulties.

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