Introduction to Mahara

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Recordings

28 July 2020: youtu.be/okL8yZmK8uU

29 July 2020: youtu.be/i4py26Cv99Q

since 2006

MUGs

Folio thinking

... is a process of engaging in the collection, organization, reflection and connection that leads to a person’s ability to speak intelligently and concisely (i.e. tell stories) about one’s learning experiences, what they mean and their value, and how the experiences relate one to each other.

Vicki Suter

Portfolio activities: 5Cs

Create

Collect

Curate

Converse

Connect

Inspired by Mandia Mentis (Massey University); illustrated by Evonne Cheung (Catalyst)

The portfolio as a museum

Inspired by Hazel Owen (Ethos Consultancy NZ); illustrated by Evonne Cheung (Catalyst)

The portfolio as a performance

myportfolio.warwick.ac.uk/view/view.php?t=fi9tl3MuVp5haJXYS8yW

the point at which I realised

revisited

feedback and mentoring ... was helpful

a highlight

Support

The process of curating the connected collection - making meaning through reflection and thereby developing deeper, more intentional identities as learners - requires thoughtful student action guided by well-informed faculty and staff and supported by a broad coalition of college stakeholders.

Eynon & Gambino 2017

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