Portfolio assessment has the potential to be a valuable instructional tool that can significantly enhance student learning. There are several benefits to portfolio assessment in comparison to other forms of assessment such as standardized testing. First, portfolios can demonstrate a student’s learning over a period of time rather than just at one point in time. Second, portfolios can assess student learning utilizing a variety of assessments allowing students to use various intelligences and/or abilities to demonstrate learning. Third, portfolios should ensure that students are actively participating in their learning and assessment. Finally, educators can review student portfolios at various points in time to adapt instruction to meet individual student needs. Along with the benefits, there are also potential drawbacks to portfolios. The most apparent is developing a consistent and objective rubric to grade student portfolios. Care must be taken by the educator to ensure that all student portfolios are graded equally.
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