4/1/2026 - Week 12 / Meeting 21: Teaching / Teaching Portfolio / How to Prepare it

 

 

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Unit: Teaching

Theme: Teaching Portfolio / How to Prepare it

 

Introduction

Portfolios are a way teachers have to present their work-experience to those in positions of leadership. Today's class tries to illustrate the preparation of a good portfolio that can highlight the teacher's achievement in the field.

 

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Learning Objectives 

 

• Understand the structure of the portfolio
• Explain the importance of preparing a good portfolio
• Gain an awareness of the benefits of documenting 
• Discuss these ideas with other members of the class 

 

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Main Lesson

 

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Mini-lessons

 

 

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Read 

 

Teaching Portfolio 

Teacher Portfolio – How to Prepare It?

 https://publuu.com/knowledge-base/teacher-portfolio-how-to-prepare-it/?gad_source=2&gad_campaignid=21965477650&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5abIBhCaARIsAM3-zFVWbcW57lhfFTWVyXxkV7tfG5SIaVn-g5bBdzwl6z5dVEDIM51mS0IaAvVxEALw_wcB

 Open the link and read the information. Answer the questions bellow.

Question 1

What should a portfolio include to highlight your work?

 

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 Question 2

 

What are the main points addressed in this video about the preparation of your physical teaching portfolio?

 

 

 

 

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 A Note to Remember

 

A K-12 teacher's professional portfolio

showcases their teaching philosophy, experience, and skills through a collection of documents and artifacts, including a teaching philosophy statement, resume, lesson plans, student work samples (with permission), and evidence of professional development. Portfolios can be digital or physical and are used for job applications, interviews, and self-reflection, with elements like student evaluations and technology integration examples further highlighting a teacher's qualification.

 

 

 Question 3

What is the advantage of creating a digital portfolio in the way we have done in class? 

 

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Case Studies 

Question 4

What important tips were given by Mariel Desrosier? 

 

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Journaling

 

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Glossary

 

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Sources

 

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Students' Work

 Lesson Plan

 Harley Honig

 Title: Mindful Movement: Meditation Through Dance
Date: April 1st, 2026
Grade: 2nd
Objective
Students will practice mindfulness by connecting breathing, meditation, and gentle
movement to improve focus and body awareness.
Competency
● Demonstrates understanding of basic mindfulness techniques (breathing, body
awareness)
● Moves in a calm and controlled way with attention to breath
● Participates in guided meditation and mirrors movement with a partner
Materials
● Open space
● Device to play video
● YouTube meditation video (your link)
● Optional: soft background music
Content
Students will explore mindfulness through:
● Breathing: inhale vs. exhale
● Body awareness: tense vs. relaxed
● Movement quality: slow vs. still
● Energy: active vs. calm
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NECs97k_8Z4

 

 

 

Ange-Gabrielle Bontemps 

 

  04-01-2026

Question 1:
A portfolio should include materials that clearly highlight your experience and skills as a teacher. This can include a teaching philosophy statement, resume, lesson plans, student work samples (with permission), and evidence of professional development. These elements help demonstrate your achievements, teaching style, and qualifications.

Question 2:
The main points about preparing a physical teaching portfolio include organizing your materials in a clear and professional way, selecting your strongest work to showcase your abilities, and presenting everything neatly so it is easy for others to review. It should reflect your teaching philosophy and experience while being visually organized and purposeful.

Question 3:
The advantage of creating a digital portfolio is that it is easily accessible, can be shared quickly with others, and allows you to include multimedia elements like videos, images, and links. It is also easier to update and keeps your work organized in one place.

Question 4:
Important tips given by Mariel Desrosier include being intentional about what you include in your portfolio, keeping it organized and professional, and making sure it clearly represents your teaching style and strengths. She also emphasizes showcasing your best work and ensuring your portfolio reflects who you are as an educator.

 

 

 

 

Sofia Yarosh

4/6 

1. Ballet dancers usually describe dance as more structured and technical. They talk about things like correct positions, discipline, and clean lines. Contemporary dancers describe dance in a more expressive and personal way. They focus on movement, feeling, and creativity instead of strict rules.

2. The article says dance is a radical act because it lets people express themselves freely and reconnect with their bodies. It goes against social norms that tell people how they should move or act. It also allows emotional release and helps people feel more authentic.

Main ideas:

• reconnects mind and body
• encourages self-expression
• challenges social expectations
• promotes individuality
• allows emotional release
• creates connection with others

3. Dancing before thinking helps movement feel more natural and real. If you think too much first, you might judge yourself or hold back. Dancing first lets creativity and emotions come out more freely. Then thinking afterward helps you reflect on what happened.

4. Elena Lambrinos talks about how inclusion vs exclusion is important in dance education because it affects who feels like they belong. Many people dance but don’t call themselves dancers because they think they don’t fit the “type.”

• dance classes can feel intimidating
• people think you need training or the “right” body
• helps everyone participate and express themselves