Online Portfolio Response

Ruby Leal-Sanchez
ENG 3308-03
Online Portfolio Response
1- What is an online portfolio? An online portfolio can begin as an electronic version of a hardcopy portfolio. The World Wide Web is used to display and distribute our work.
2- What are the differences between online and paper portfolios? A major difference between an online and a paper portfolio is that an online portfolio can be reviewed at any time whether we are there or not.
3- Please list two advantages and disadvantages of online portfolio. One advantage of an online portfolio is that it demonstrates the technical proficiency of its creator. Another advantage is that online portfolios are easier to distribute to many people. A disadvantage is that because online portfolios have a wider distribution, files could be stolen or altered by anyone unless encryption technology is used. Another disadvantage is that online portfolios require specific software and online design skills that not every professional have.
4- In what ways can you use certain visual styles to help you do a good job in your online portfolio? The interface id designed so that users will either already know how to navigate it or it provides users with ways of learning and adapting to the new interface.
5- In what ways can you use language styles to help you do a good job in your online portfolio? Using first person allows short and direct descriptions of the pieces’ histories as well as reminding the evaluators of your active role in the work.