Händel, M., Wimmer, B., & Ziegler, A. (2020). E-portfolio use and its effects on exam performance – a field study. Studies in Higher Education, 45(2), 258–270. https://doi.org/10.1080/03075079.2018.1510388
Abstract: The current field study investigated the weekly use of a reflective electronic (e-)portfolio by 1469 higher education students throughout a term and its effect on exam performance. Students' use of the e-portfolio elements as well as their self-reported use of several learning strategies were documented during a 9-week period. Regression analyses showed that over and above the continuous use and the weekly time spent on the e-portfolio, the reported use of cognitive strategies was a significant predictor for exam grade. Finally, students who used the e-portfolio outperformed their peers without e-portfolio use on the final exam. We discuss results with regard to future implementation and training of the e-portfolio use.