Digital Portfolio Tools Comparison

Jeff Knutson introduces digital portfolios, highlighting Seesaw and FreshGrade as tools to replace paper portfolios. Seesaw offers robust features for creating digital portfolios, while FreshGrade integrates grading capabilities. Both platforms are free, with Seesaw being more suitable for younger students and FreshGrade for older ones. The video concludes with recommendations based on user needs.

What is one of the main drawbacks of traditional paper portfolios?

• They can be messy or overly formal.

• They are always digital.

• They are free to use.

• They are too easy to organize.

Which two digital tools are introduced for creating digital portfolios?

• Kahoot and Quizlet

• Microsoft Teams and Zoom

• Seesaw and FreshGrade

• Google Classroom and Edmodo

What is a unique feature of Seesaw that makes it user-friendly for students?

• Requires a subscription

• Integrated grade book

• Only available on iOS

• QR registration code

What is FreshGrade's biggest differentiator compared to Seesaw?

• Free access to archived portfolios

• Integrated grading platform

• Available on Android

• More features for digital portfolios

Which platform is available on iOS, Android, and the web?

• Seesaw

• FreshGrade

• Neither Seesaw nor FreshGrade

• Both Seesaw and FreshGrade

What is the cost structure for both Seesaw and FreshGrade?

• Only FreshGrade is free.

• Both require a monthly subscription.

• Only Seesaw is free.

• Both are free for teachers, students, and parents.

Which platform is recommended for elementary-aged kids?

• Neither is recommended

• Seesaw

• Both are equally recommended

• FreshGrade

Which platform is better suited for older students?

• Neither is suited

• Both are equally suited

• FreshGrade

• Seesaw

What is a good choice for a B.Y.O.D. classroom?

• Seesaw

• Neither Seesaw nor FreshGrade

• FreshGrade

• Both Seesaw and FreshGrade

If you need a fully featured digital portfolio tool, which should you choose?

• Neither is fully featured

• FreshGrade

• Seesaw

• Both are equally featured