Digital Portfolio Description

In partial completion of the application for acceptance into the Towson University Instructional Technology Ed.D. Program, each applicant must submit a digital portfolio.   This digital portfolio should show a developed understanding, knowledge of, and beliefs about how to design and integrate technology for use in a teaching, learning, or training situation.   This digital portfolio can be, but is not limited to, a multimedia or web-based display of the applicant’s knowledge of, experience with, and proficiency using digital technologies.

The portfolio may integrate the following software or digital technologies:

• Multimedia (e.g., Macromedia Director, Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Authorware, Tool Book, Linkway, Microsoft PowerPoint, or HyperStudio)
• Digital Graphic Design (e.g., Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro, Illustrator, etc.)
• Web-Based Instruction [webquest, web-based learning module]
• Web-Based Learning Community (e.g., WebCT, Black Board, etc.)
• Computer-Based Learning Environment (e.g., CBI, CAI, CBT)

The reflective paper may address the following items:

• Audience
• Expected learning outcome
• Integration and implementation
• Research or design strategies employed
• How this product might be improved for the future

Each portfolio submitted will be reviewed by the doctorate admissions committee based on the following elements:

• Technology product creates a challenging learning environment.
• Seamless use of technology within the described learning environment.
• Thorough description of learning goals within the activity.
• Appropriate use of graphics, color, design and information organization [hyperlinks and linking structure].
• Selection of appropriate technologies for use within the described learning environment.
• Incorporates current research and teaching strategies associated with technology integration.
• Displays proficiency with digital technologies.

Examples of Technology Projects:

• Student Samples from ISTC 605
• The Boom Project
• NBA Free Agency
• To Kill a Mockingbird
• Analyzing Unknown Artifacts