How to Develop a Professional Portfolio: A Manual for Teachers [Paperback]

Dorothy M. Campbell (Author), Pamela Bondi Cignetti (Author), Beverly J. Melenyzer (Author), Diane Hood Nettles (Author), Richard M. Wyman Jr. (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0205261531 | ISBN-13: 978-0205261536 | Publication Date: July 3, 1996 | Edition: 1

Designed for use as a supplemental text in undergraduate and graduate courses in Introduction to Teaching, Foundation of Education, and General (K-12, Elementary, Secondary) Methods of Instruction. This book is the first manual to present clear, manageable, step-by-step practical procedures and tips on how to organize a professional portfolio to document the achievement of nationally developed standards for teachers. This text introduces the national teacher standards and then guides students through the portfolio development process in a logical sequential manner from the initial stage involving the collection of potential artifacts to the final step of constructing a Presentation Portfolio.

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Key Benefit: This book is the first manual to present clear, manageable, step-by-step practical procedures and tips on how to organize a professional portfolio to document the achievement of nationally developed standards for teachers. Key Topics: This book introduces the national teacher standards and then guides readers through the portfolio development process in a logical, sequential manner from the initial stage involving the collection of potential artifacts to the final step of constructing a Presentation Portfolio. A professional portfolio is a vehicle that will enable teachers and prospective teachers to gain a large measure of control in charting their own professional growth and then demonstrating to others in a convincing way the competence that has been achieved. Market: For professionals working in the field of education.

About the Author

The authors are faculty members California University of Pennsylvania, and have been involved in teacher portfolio assessments for more than ten years.  All have published and presented in the teacher education field in a variety of professional interests including early childhood, literacy, social studies, National Board certification, and curriculum development. 

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 84 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 1 edition (July 3, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205261531
• ISBN-13: 978-0205261536
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #917,324 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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70 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must read" for developing professional portfolios!, September 15, 1998

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This review is from: How to Develop a Professional Portfolio: A Manual for Teachers (Paperback)

HOW TO DEVELOP A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO A MANUAL FOR TEACHERS is an excellent resource for teacher educators, as well as for aspiring teachers and teachers in the field. The book provides complete, easy-to-understand information for assembling both "working" and "presentation" portfolios. The "working" portfolio is a collection of teaching materials and educational documents that represents professional growth and goal setting both for the veteran teacher and the pre-service teacher. The "presentation" portfolio is a condensed version of the "working" portfolio that documents professional competencies. It is compiled for a specific purpose, such as applying for a job.

The chapter "Organization of Portfolios around Teaching Standards" presents a good model for portfolio organization, furnishing information that can be adapted to a particular state or university set of standards. Examples are pertinent; they are based upon standards from professional associations and the National Board for Professional Teaching. The structure, the well-written descriptions, and the examples in the chapter offer a clear and concise introduction to the topic of portfolio organization.

"Artifacts Possibilities" is another chapter that offers valuable information. The list and description of artifacts is extensive, providing a helpful guide. The "Artifacts Checklist" in Appendix B furnishes an easy-to-reference format that the student or teacher can utilize.

The book is a valuable reference. Not only does it include definitions and descriptions of portfolio components, but also displays relevant examples. The listing of professional organizations and the "Artifacts Checklist" in the appendices are good additions. The book is a "quick read" with 84 pages -- 84 pages filled with good ideas and applications that are based upon current educational practices.

30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Different From What I Expected (but that's good!), March 19, 2001

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shanon2000 "shanon2000" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How to Develop a Professional Portfolio: A Manual for Teachers (Paperback)

Yes, this is a thin book, and yes, it's filled with valuable information, especially if you've never put a portfolio together before OR you want your portfolio to stand out from the many.

I am a Master's student in education, and all of us are required to put portfolios together. After seeing what my peers had put together, I KNEW a professional portfolio shouldn't look that way...sloppy, cutesy, B-A-D. I wanted mine to stand apart.

And that's why you should not leave Amazon today without this book. Your portfolio will stand meters above the competition's, and it will be put together in such a way that showcases your talent as an educator.

Good luck!

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pricey but essential, December 20, 2000

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C. Moon (Valley Village, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How to Develop a Professional Portfolio: A Manual for Teachers (Paperback)

Yes, I see the price. I know its thinner than the average pad of paper, but you want this. Trust me. Well if you are studying to be a teacher you want this. Assuming that the person looking at this page is probably looking for a good deal on this twenty three dollar eighty page book (does it qualify as a book?) because their prof has assigned it--please, think past the price. This is a book I picked up when I started my program and didn't look at again until I was nearing the end, and at that point began seriously regretting not giving the book some attention all the way through. Portfolios don't have to be that hard, and this book gives you some clear cut SOLID example for what you can do for each standard. The great thing is, if you do read through this book and keep an eye on your growing portfolio while you are in college, you'll find there are all sorts of things--mostly the papers you write in all those classes that you can use here. What's even better is this will help keep you focused on developing your own skills as a teacher in both qualitative and quantitative ways instead of just going into it with no idea of where the road leads.

Lastly, I find that a lot of books for educators are not the greatest thing in the world. This tiny handbook IS. This is like one of those little pocket bibles or tao te ching's or something. Take it with you wherever you go and consult it as new situations arise!