Students’ portfolio can be effectively evaluated using a simple scoring rubric. The criteria –to be used in determining the quality of a particular student’s portfolio needs to be carefully developed and shared with students. The key elements of the particular criteria need to be specified as well.

Suggested are some elements to judge student’s portfolio:

* Organization –Neatness, Creativity and Visual Appeal

* Completion of guided work focused on specific curricular objectives

* Evidences of student’s growth

* Inclusion of all relevant work (Completeness)

Teachers can include other subject relevant criteria and elements to assess portfolios.