In-Person Presentation Guidelines:

Introduction:
Here is where you are going to introduce yourself. Go ahead and tell your major/minor (if
applicable) and share a little about yourself. Then explain to them why you are giving the
presentation. After this, all you have to do is follow the slides.
Below is what our group said in our videos and plan to say in our In-Person Presentation. You
can say the same things, paraphrase, or add as you feel applicable. However, since much of this
presentation is based off of research our group has done, try to stick to the foundation we have
laid down for you.
Slide One:
Portfolio for Yourself. The most important person you can create a portfolio for, is yourself.
Slide Two:
So, who are you? What is the you that you want to show the world? What are your goals and
what is your direction? What are your needs, skills, and personal expectations? and How are you
unique?
Slide Three:
What are your goals and where do you want to go with your life? To help figure this out, here are
a few things to consider. Do you have a chosen major or are you undeclared? What are your
interests? Do you have a dream? Where would you like to be in 5 years? 10?

Your answers to these questions will help you understand what it is you would want your
portfolio to display. If you are interested in the arts, then your portfolio should be more artistic,
but if you are more interested in the sciences you would want a more concise document. You
want to be yourself and you want anyone who would look at the portfolio to see who you are.
This is just as much about discovering yourself as showing yourself off to others.
Slide Four:
Because you want to be sure that you are being true to yourself, you should think about your
needs, skills, and personal experiences.
Some questions to help you think about this are: What do you like? Dislike? How do you see the
world and how do you interact with other people? What do you prefer in terms of variety,
security, risk, and job location? Do you prefer to work in teams or on your own? Do you like to
travel or do you have needs that demand flexibility in terms of time on the job?
Each of these categories are going to change what you want your portfolio to say. You can show
off your love for traveling, or your want to stay home. You have an opportunity to present
different group work you have done and enjoyed or places where you have excelled as an
individual.
Ways to get to know yourself better: There are personality tests like the Myers Briggs test and
the Keirsey. These two tests are personality tests that will identify you into different categories.
Myers Briggs will divide you into personality types based off of your preferences as an extravert
or introvert, intuition or sensing, Feeling or thinking, and judging or perceiving. The Kerisey
will categorize you as Guardians, Rationals, Guardians, or Idealists. Again, this is about learning
more about yourself and the you that you would like to show the world.

What do you want in your future? This is an important question that doesnt need to be answered
immediately. However, should you choose to create a portfolio, you want to keep your future
goals in mind to cater your design towards those goals.
Slide Five:
How are you unique? Is there something that only you or a few can do? What do you like most
about yourself? What makes you different from other people at Bloomsburg? All of these things
will separate yourself from everyone else and the earlier slides can help you decide what it is that
makes you unique. Now, go out and show the world!
Slide Six:
Professor: Why do professors want a portofolio?
Slide Seven:
An important question to ask yourself is why do some professors make you create a portfolio for
class? There may be several reasons for the assignment, but I am going to discuss the three main
reasons for professors to assign a portfolio. The three main reasons professors want to assign a
portfolio are: 1. To see the student reflect on the work that they did, 2. Have another form of
documentation and view the course outcomes, and 3. To collaborate with others.
Slide Eight:
The first reason for the portfolio is to get the students to reflect on the work that was created in
the class. But, first, you need to know what reflection means to better understand why it is
important for the professor. According to Dictionary.com reflection is defined as a thought
occurring consideration or mediation. Reflection allows you to really think about the work that

you did on a deeper level of thinking. Professors might give you tips on how to reflect on your
work, but some might not. If a professor asks you to show reflection in a portfolio, you can ask
yourself some basic questions to get you thinking. Some questions might be about the process
that you used to create the work, how did you conduct research, and what changes would you
make to the assignment. These questions get you to think outside the assignment and focus more
on yourself. Professors want to see reflection in portfolios because it shows them that you can
think outside of the assignment and into the world. Professors also like to see reflection because
it allows them to see if the students come up with any solutions to problems or mistakes that
occurred during the assignment. Reflection allows the students to grow as a learner without
having the professor tell them what is right or wrong. Overall, reflection is important for the
professor because it highlights what the students are learning in class.
Slide Nine:
Since reflection can highlight what the class is learning, this leads to the 2 reason professors like
to assign portfolios. The second reason for portfolios is for professors to have another form of
the documentation and course outcomes from the class. For documentation purposes, instead of
keeping all copies of individual assignments forever, the portfolio allows the professor to view
all the assignments from the class in one location for easy access. It is also a easy way for the
professor to see if all assignments were completed. The portfolio can be used as an extra security
blanket for grades assigned. Also, the portfolio allows the professors to assign multi-media
projects that can be used in the portfolio itself. The other part of the documentation is the course
outcomes of the class. The course outcomes are listed on the syllabus and are the professors aim
for the class. The outcomes are used to help tell the students what they will be learning in the
class. Having the course outcomes in the portfolio allows the teacher to see if the students are

learning what they are suppose to be learning. The course outcomes also allow for a reflection
that is geared towards the particular class.
Slide Ten:
Finally, the 3 reason why professors assign portfolios in class is to aide the collaboration between
the students and professors. Most professors like to work with students to help them achieve
better. According to the book The Learning Portfolio the professors like to fill the position of
mentors to the students. By becoming mentors through the collaboration of the portfolio, you as
students can receive feedback. The feedback can be about the expectations of the portfolio or it
can be how to improve the overall portfolio. The professors like to provide feedback as to better
help you succeed with the assignments. The professors also assign portfolios as another way to
support the students and their work. Professors want you to be proud of the work you do by
supporting you in organizing it neatly in a portfolio.
Slide Eleven:
Hello, my name is Robert Heydenberk, and I will be discussing how a portfolio can assist you in
your future endeavors once you graduate from Bloomsburg University. As you take into
consideration the information presented earlier and began to structure your portfolio, it is
important to remember that this portfolio is a reflection of you. An effective portfolio reflects
your talents and capabilities to your audience, and that audience may very well be your future
employer.

Slide Twelve:
Graduation is right around the corner. Even if you are a freshman it may not seem like it is right
around the corner, but 4 years flys by, and by the time you approach graduation, you may find
that you are having anxiety about your future and what is next. The portfolio can help lift that
anxiety and boost your confidence as you prepare for the next chapter of your life. Your portfolio
allows you to stand out and define your future. Whatever format you chose to structure it,
whether it be in a chronological order showing your progression as a student, or simply
showcasing your best work you have done, it is important to remember the role it can play in the
future. Creating an effective portfolio before going into an interview can ensure success because
it shows the potential employer your preparedness and professionalism, and it can help steer the
interview and allow you to have the opportunity to talk about why you are the right candidate for
the position. Your portfolio gives you the chance to express your creativity, out of the box
thinking, and your attention to detail. While many employers request writing samples,
depending on your field of study, you have the freedom to include something other than writing.
The creative process that goes behind constructing a portfolio will help you better define your
education and give you direction for your future endeavors.
Slide Thirteen:
Your education is an enabler. It allows you to reach your potential, open doors, and engage in a
world full of opportunity. Your portfolio allows you to showcase your education and your
progression as a student. The ongoing process of maintaining a portfolio creates depth and
dimension to your education. A resume briefly highlights your qualifications on a single page,
but an effective and well-structured portfolio showcases your talents, hard work, and dedication

to your education. It gives you, the student, the chance to showcase your unique style and
eloquence, which helps you stand out to employers.
Slide Fourteen:
Here are a few helpful tips that will make your portfolio stand out to your potential employer.
First, start by choosing a theme that fits you and your desired field of occupation. There are
many themes available that you can choose from, or you can be creative and build one from
scratch. Selecting the right images can grab the employers attention. It is possible that you were
only one interview out of hundred, so including a professional picture of yourself so that the
viewer can associate a face with the portfolio is not a bad idea. Follow that up with good and UP
TO DATE content, such as research papers, group projects, and a bio about yourself, and you
will have a much better chance at getting noticed.
Further Sources Slide:
If you are interested in creating a paper or e-portfolio for yourself you can go to the bloomsburg
university writing center, which is open Monday Thursday from 10am-7pm and Fridays 10am1pm in Bakeless 206 and Sunday Thursday from 7pm-11pm in the University Library.
Or, you could read the books Portfolios for Technical and Professional Communicators by
Herb J. Smith and Kim Haimes-Korn and The Learning Portfolio by John Zubizarreta to learn
more about what goes into the design elements of it and how to go about actually creating the
portfolio. The books include sample portfolios as well so you can see examples of what you are
doing.