Creating a Digital Portfolio: A Fun and Interactive Writing Project for Fifth Graders

Fifth grade students will learn how to create a digital portfolio to showcase their writing skills.

Writing - 5th

Creating a Digital Portfolio

In this project, students will learn how to create a digital portfolio to showcase their writing skills. The project will cover the following learning outcomes:

  • Students will know how to use digital tools to create a portfolio
  • Students will understand the importance of organizing their writing samples
  • Students will be able to create a digital portfolio that showcases their writing skills

Methodology

The project will be divided into three parts:

  1. Introduction to digital portfolios and selecting writing samples
  2. Organizing writing samples and creating a digital portfolio using Google Sites
  3. Presenting and sharing digital portfolios with the class

Resources/Materials Required

  • Access to computers or tablets
  • Google Sites account
  • Writing samples from students

Instructions

Part 1: Introduction to digital portfolios and selecting writing samples

  • Introduce the concept of digital portfolios and explain why they are important for showcasing writing skills
  • Have students select their best writing samples to include in their portfolio

Part 2: Organizing writing samples and creating a digital portfolio using Google Sites

  • Teach students how to organize their writing samples into categories (e.g. persuasive writing, descriptive writing, etc.)
  • Guide students through the process of creating a digital portfolio using Google Sites

Part 3: Presenting and sharing digital portfolios with the class

  • Have students present their digital portfolios to the class
  • Encourage students to provide feedback and constructive criticism to their peers

Assessment

Assessment will be based on the following criteria:

  • Organization and presentation of writing samples
  • Use of digital tools to create a portfolio
  • Overall quality of the digital portfolio
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