Portfolio+Directions

=**Creating a Participant Portfolio for the Summer Institute:**=

Creating a participant portfolio is a simple process if you follow these step by step directions.


 * Step 1:** Create a new page for your portfolio by selecting the "+" option next to "Pages and Files" in the right menu.
 * Step 2:** Title your new page with your name.


 * Step 3:** Upload files to use for your portfolio now (OPTIONAL), or you can add files later.


 * Step 4:** Add content to your portfolio page.


 * Step 5:** Using the Revisions Function on your new Portfolio Page (since your portfolio page is also a wiki page).

Each time you save your portfolio, a version is saved. If you make an error (as in deleting your page by accident), you can revert to a previously saved version easily by selecting it from the "Revisions" menu and choosing to revert to it. You can also select two versions and compare them to see differences.
 * Step 6:** Using the Revisions Window to Revert to a Saved Version or Compare Versions

//Note:// If you were to be editing this portfolio or project page with a partner, you would also be able to see which partner added which content. Each page revision is noted not only by content and date, but also by author.


 * Step 7:** Use the floating formatting menu to edit your page. There is a video available on the "Introduction to Wikispaces" page that can be helpful if you struggle with the provided directions.


 * Step 8:** Add your link to the portfolio participant page. Fill out the chart, then add the link to your portfolio page.

http://teachingnonfictionwritingwithstyle.wikispaces.com/Participant+Sample+Portfolio