To Help Students Engage in the Process as well as the Product

Portfolios and journals can serve as a tool for students to reflect on their learning and engage with the material they are studying in a more meaningful way.

The act of creating a portfolio or journal can help students process information, clarify their understanding and build connections between what they are learning and their personal experiences.

By having a structured journal or portfolio, students can be encouraged to participate promptly in weekly activities, develop good time management skills and provide a convenient way for teachers to track progress. This format may enhance student engagement in weekly tasks, portfolio creation and tutorial-style conversations with their teacher. It can also provide the opportunity for regular individual written feedback, which can lead to a more dynamic learning discourse between student and teacher.