E‐portfolio evaluation and vocabulary learning: Moving from pedagogy to andragogy

Abstract

Current trends in the field of educational technology indicate a shift in pedagogical assumptions and theoretical frameworks that favor active involvement of self‐directed learners in a constructivist environment. This study probes the influence of electronic portfolio evaluation on vocabulary learning of Iranian university students and the possible implications this influence affords. For this aim, the study recruited 66 students who were randomly assigned to the e‐portfolio group and the traditional assessment group. The experimental group kept an e‐portfolio in the intermediate level English language course while the traditional assessment group did not. The results revealed that the e‐portfolio group outperformed the traditional assessment group in terms of vocabulary learning on the posttest. The results also showed that e‐portfolio boosted students' motivation for learning new items. The perceptions of the participants in the e‐portfolio group reflected that they benefited from the integration of technology and various educational activities and enjoyed keeping an e‐portfolio. Finally, initial guidelines about how to use the instrument as part of the curriculum are discussed.

Assessment of E-Portfolio in Higher Education

“…E-portfolios are also used to establish professional performance and competency standards that can be found in government licensing programs. Importantly, eportfolios can be self-assessed [39], which allows students to analyze their development and identify strengths and weaknesses. Studies focused on student perception show that learners recognize the benefits of e-portfolio as a learning tool [40].…”

“…There is a strong correlation between the expected support and motivation to use an e-portfolio, and feedback and support from peers and educators are important for self-regulated learning [46]. Students also had negative perceptions of the e-portfolio when the requirements were not properly balanced with other coursework [39].…”

Metalinguistic Reflection and Computer-Mediated Communication: An Interventionist approach to Language Study Abroad

“…Previously, researchers have not had access to the type or amount of content that can be produced within e-portfolio spaces, so this is an area that represents what could be a revolutionary approach to exploring language development over time (Cummins & Davesne, 2009, p.856). With growing access to online social media platforms that may be used to document and share experiences, e-portfolio research has more recently gained scholarly attention related to language learning (Barrot, 2016;Cheng & Chau, 2009;Sharifi, Soleimani, & Jafarigohar, 2017;Williams, Chan, & Cheung, 2009).…”

Technology-enhanced language learning: Recent developments and what to expect next

“…The oldest participant is reported to be 58 years old. However, there is only one study that includes participants of such age [24]. Even though the market for learning foreign languages is considerably vast and there are numerous adults who want or have to learn languages, no studies on these specific age groups were found.…”

“…There were no investigations on how various types of technology are being used to teach languages to the elderly either. Edmodo [3] WhatsApp [4] Educational game "The Conference Interpreter" [5] Mobile app [6] PDA with a GPS sensor [8] Jigsaw tasks on slides [10] Google Docs, Glogster, NaturalReader [11] OpenSimulator Project-CLILiOP [12] The Content Management System [13] Augmented Reality game [14] Computer game [15] Vine [16] e-glosses [17] e-book [18] My English Vocabulary Assistant mobile edition MyEVA Mobile [19] e-book [21] Video game World of Warcraft [22] Mobile PC learning system [23] Mobile learning system [24] e-portfolio [25] Personal response system EnClicker [26] Analytical Writing Discussion Forum [27] Online discussion forum eLearn [29] Digital annotation tool Hylighter [30] Happy English Learning System [31] Context-aware technologies on PC [32] Augmented Reality [33] Clickers…”