81. Reflective portfolios and assessment reform

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. Show notes Listen to the digital storytelling and assessment podcast with Teti Deagas and Richard Beggs Hear the creative approaches to assessment – optionality podcast with Miriam Firth Listen to the creative approaches to assessment in media and communications podcast wih Dr Rebecca Feasey Subscribe to Headlines - our newsletter which has all the latest edtech news, guidance and events tailored to you