Paper-based portfolios as well as ePortfolios:
have a positive impact on improving students’ writing skills (Aygun & Aydin, 2016· Barabouti, 2012· Caner, 2010· Erdogan & Yurdabakan, 2011· Jee, 2008· Kalra et al., 2017· Khodashenas & Rakhshi, 2017· Mtawaa, 2017· Taki & Heidari, 2010· Tezci & Dikici, 2006). Nevertheless, research has shown that ePortfolio is more preferable than paper-based portfolio, since students believe it demonstrates their true capabilities more than a paper portfolio does (JISC, 2008). Also, students prefer submitting their papers online (Alawdat, 2014).
Apart from the above mentioned differences, ePortfolio is superior to paper portfolio for various other reasons.
- Challis (2005) mentions that using ePortfolio makes it easier to handle material digitally as well as give feedback, since it takes less time.
- Also, storage is easier and ePortfolios can be carried everywhere.
- Moreover, a great audience can easily have access to it by the web. At the same time, students can prove their IT skills.
However, the use of ePortfolio has been found to be a source of anxiety for some learners who cannot cope with technology or the presence of audience (Alawdat, 2014· Hung, 2012).