Types of Portfolios

There are various types of portfolios that are used to achieve different purposes:

Growth portfolios are used to show student progress or growth over time. Additionally they are useful for assessing works in progress and identifying strengths and weaknesses in student products.
Presentation portfolios focus on showing a student’s best work or final accomplishments. They are also sometimes used to showcase an individual’s skills and accomplishments.
Evaluation portfolios are used to record overall student achievement for grading or placement purposes. They are also used to evaluate how well a student has met established course goals and standards throughout the term.