Beyond the Technology: reflective portfolios and assessment reform
Chris Wood joins us to chat about the role of reflective portfolios in rethinking higher education assessment.
Chris Thomson speaks with Chris Wood, learning designer at the University of Portsmouth, about using reflective portfolios to rethink assessment in higher education.
Chris shares how portfolios can replace traditional essays with more authentic, flexible approaches that support reflection, formative feedback, and student ownership. Drawing on successful pilots, he discusses improved engagement, higher-quality work, and strong student preference for portfolio-based assessment.
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Episode guests, hosts and producers
Episode guest
Chris Wood
Learning designer at the University of Portsmouth
Episode host
Chris Thomson
Programme lead: teaching, learning and assessment
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