How do I create an Evaluation Portfolio as an instructor?
Evaluation Portfolios allow instructors to support structured assessment and track learner progress over time.
- Portfolios can be generated using one or more Canvas courses as their foundation, with links to key assignments and competencies.
- Educators can establish evidence requirements to align expectations and support consistent demonstration of competencies.
- Align portfolio evidence with institutional competencies to help learners demonstrate specific skills and knowledge.
- Monitor progress with real-time visibility into submission status and portfolio completion.
- Streamline grading by using portfolio tasks with Canvas assignments and SpeedGrader.
- Review learner reflections and narratives to better understand learning and growth.
- Support feedback and iteration with options for revisions and resubmissions.
Open Portfolio Link
In the User Navigation menu, click your Account [1], then click the Portfolio link [2].
Create Portfolio
To create a guided portfolio, click the Create Evaluation Portfolio.
Select Course Modal
Select one or more courses to assign a Portfolio. Students enrolled in those courses are automatically assigned their own individual Portfolio.
Create Evaluation Portfolio Fields
To create an Evaluation Portfolio, add a Portfolio Name [1], optional Cover Image [2], and Instructions [3].
Add Evidence Requirement
To add an evidence requirement to a portfolio, click the Add requirement link [1], then choose to Add assignment from course[2] or Create new requirement [3].
Add and Manage Sections
To create a section, click the Add section link [1]. To order or delete sections, click the Manage sections link [2].
Manage Courses
To add or remove courses, click the Manage courses button.
Save and Publish Portfolio
To save a portfolio as a draft, click the Save as draft button [1]. Click the Publish portfolio button [2] to to finalize and share your portfolio.
