Understanding Portfolios and Communication

What is a portfolio?

• A personal diary of daily activities.

• A collection of work and projects that showcase your skills and progress.

• A list of your favorite hobbies.

• A report card from school.

What does “evidence” refer to in a portfolio?

• Materials (documents, images, videos, recordings) that support and demonstrate your learning or work.

• Random notes you’ve written.

• Your personal feelings.

• A summary of your daily schedule.

What is the purpose of reflection in a portfolio?

• To analyze your own work and identify strengths and areas for improvement.

• To simply list your projects.

• To compare your work with your friends’.

• To record only your successes without criticism.

What is self-assessment?

• An evaluation done solely by your teacher.

• A personal evaluation of your performance that helps set future learning goals.

• A detailed summary of all your work without any analysis.

• A group project where everyone grades each other.

What does “feedback” mean in the context of a portfolio?

• Constructive comments from teachers, peers, or others about your work.

• A one‑way announcement of your achievements.

• The process of updating your portfolio regularly.

• A tool to hide areas of improvement.

Which term describes the skills, knowledge, and attitudes you develop over time?

• Objectives.

• Competencies.

• Evidence.

• Reflection.

Why is design and structure important in a portfolio?

• It organizes the content so that it’s easy for viewers to navigate and understand.

• It makes the portfolio look colorful but isn’t necessary.

• It is only important if you are a graphic designer.

• It hides the content behind fancy effects.

What does it mean to update your portfolio?

• To continually add new projects and revise existing content to reflect your growth.

• To keep the portfolio static with old work.

• To delete all previous work and start over.

• To change the design frequently without adding new content.

In interpersonal communication, what is active listening?

• Hearing the words without processing them.

• Fully concentrating on the speaker, understanding their message, and providing appropriate responses.

• Waiting for your turn to speak without engaging.

• Multitasking while someone else is talking.

Which of the following is an example of a communication barrier?

• Clear pronunciation and good eye contact.

• Background noise or distractions during a conversation.

• Speaking slowly and clearly.

• Asking clarifying questions.