The ePortfolios linked below are creative, fun, and effective. Although they use different approaches (and different platforms), they are alike in embodying the student's reflections on his or her learning while at the same time showcasing his or her achievements.
Listen to a student's perspective! Kylie Myles, an Honours Psychology student and former CTE coop student, shares her experience using an ePortfolio (below) for reflection

ePortfolio Integration Strategies
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Reflecting on Co-op Experiences
- Luxman's co-op experience. A 3rd Year Environment and Business student reflecting on their first in-person co-op experience at the Centre for Teaching Excellence. His portfolio showcases different skills and connections they made during the term.
- Katie’s first co-op experience. Her portfolio showcases what she learned about the ways in which educational policy and development is implemented in real life academic settings and how she was able to advance her skills in information & data literacy, research, analysis, teaching and oral communication.
- Eleanor's co-op experience. Eleanor Walby, a Psychology student, reflects on projects she worked on during her co-op term and finds connections between her time at CTE and her academic studies.
- A glimpse into Lauryn's semester as a co-op student. Lauryn Quinn, a Science student, discusses her newfound survey, scheduling, spreadsheet, and speaking skills, earned through working at CTE.
- Charley reflects on their co-op experience. Charley Potter, a Psychology student, examines the insights, failures, and connections they experienced while working at CTE.
- Aya Bibi's First Co-op Experience. Introduces the perspective of an Arts and Business student in their first co-op placement at CTE.
- Sarah examines her return to CTE as a co-op student. Sarah Seabrook examines the skills developed and benefits of returning to CTE over three work terms.
- Ginny Wong's First Co-op Experience. Introduces the perspective of an Environment student in their first co-op placement at CTE.
- Komal Gill's First Co-op Experience. Introduces the perspective of a Fine Arts and Psychology student in their first co-op placement at CTE.
- Mariam Mazen's First Co-op Experience. Introduces the perspective of a Honours Psychology student in their first co-op placement at CTE.
- Matt Yueng's First Co-op Experience. Introduces the perspective of a Honours Psychology student in their first co-op placement at CTE.
- Kylie examines the significance of the workplace environment. Kylie Myles explains the importance of social interaction and the opportunities for getting to know CTE staff members.
- Lara reflects on her co-op experience. Lara Barnum, a Biochemistry student, examines connections, insights and lessons learned during the co-op work term.
- Stephanie's reflection on her co-op experience. Stephanie Hand, an Environment student, examines opportunities, projects and skills developed during the co-op work term.
Skill Development/Transferable Skills
- Cultivating Portable Skills - Clara Shao, a Legal Studies student, illustrates her skills development and newfound connections during her co-op experience in her ePortfolio.
- Charlie’s co-op experience - Using the headings ‘Inspired Insights’, ‘Magnificent Failures’, and ‘Unanticipated Connections’, Charlie Uebele, a third year Environment and Business student, highlights the skills he developed and shares his co-op experience in his ePortfolio.
- Transferable Skill Development - Sarah Abdelrahman, a Biology student, reflects on experiences, skills developed, and lessons learned that will be useful in the future.
- Developing Transferable Skills - Rachel Lam, a Psychology student, discusses finding links between academic knowledge and life experiences, and discovering new skills and interests.
- Developing Transferable skills - Brent McCready Branch, a Health Sciences student, reflects on lessons learned, and the importance of connections.
- Skills Development - Chloe Chan, a Biotechnology student, highlights a variety of skills developed such as research and design skills.
- Problem Solving - Nicole Wilson, a Sociology and Legal Studies student, unpacks the steps to breaking large tasks into small steps and implementing problem-solving techniques.
- Transferable skills - Nicole Wilson, a Sociology and Legal Studies student, explains the importance of organizational skills, being meticulous, and learning from failure.
- Working with Data. Ognjen Ivanovic, an Honours Mathematics student, showcases multiple projects and the process of collecting, organizing, comparing, and discovering trends using data.

WATCV: Using the Star Framework
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In the video above, Mandy explains how writing reflections for her ePortfolio helped her enhance her learning.
Notice how the following WatCV career and competency eportfolios focus on the articulation of professional, transferable skills combined with evidence of these skills. Although some may spotlight the same skills, their stories and the evidence they provide highlight each student’s individuality.
- A human-centred design ePortfolio spotlighting leadership, design thinking, teamwork and communication by Danielle Juneau, a Knowledge Integration student.
- Knowledge Integration. Danielle Cruz shares her experiences, current projects, and the development of a number of professional, transferrable skills.
- Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate Nareefa Nasruden illustrates how she has used communication, decision-making and teamwork skills.
- Arts and Business course (ARBUS 200) by Emily Sutherland. The instructor asked students to use their ePortfolio to present their unique selves in a creative and professional manner through design, artifacts, and reflections. .