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=ePortfolio and Field Experience=

**Description:**
The ePortfolio concept was introduced early in the days after my entry into the program in f2f sessions that informed the members of the cohorts of the scheduling, course requirements, tuition discount, etc. However, the ePortfolio always seemed to evoke a sense of worry and apprehension for many students. There were two recent experiences that seemed to alleviate this worry for me. First, the latest f2f session in the field experience class, which I had missed due to child-care issues; thanks to Tom for informing me of the events of the evening. The second was the pre-competencies verification assessment we had completed earlier this semester. Also, there was the usual exchange between myself and the other members of the cohort about our plans and ideas for our respective ePortfolios.

**Impact:**
I have come to learn what a fine group of professionals I am fortunate enough to be in this with. Everyone describes their classrooms as rich learning environments and voices concerns about areas of practice that they wish to improve. Implementing a plan for improvement is what I have decided to use as a skeleton for my ePortfolio plan.

**Intent:**
My previous reflections state my reservations about using technology due to security concerns and their utilizing a skill set that is usually lacking in my student population. However, through readings and discussion, I have come to realize accept my role as needing to step up against perpetuating digital divides. I have a great deal of respect in my building from my colleagues and I feel that this poises me to serve as a leader in technology integration in my building. I hope to be instrumental not only in logistics, but also in the planning and design processes that will allow our school to be more indicative of a school at the forefront of technology usage and integration.

**Statement of Strengths and Weaknesses:**
I have a clear "big picture" of how I envision education in our building. I believe that many others also share many elements of that vision. Many, including myself, possess worries about their own technical abilities. I also am able to envision products, but my largest difficulty lies in working backwards to build the process necessary to guide students to the ability to perform in product-oriented settings.