How to use polarity thinking TM to manage tensions between accountability and learner agency when using a multipurpose portfolio?

Portfolios are often implemented to target multiple purposes, e.g. assessment, accountability and/or self-regulated learning. However, in educational practice, it appears to be difficult to combine different purposes in one portfolio, as interdependencies between the purposes can cause tensions. Thi...

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Vydáno v:Education for primary care Ročník 35; číslo 3-4; s. 71 - 80
Hlavní autoři: van der Gulden, R., Thoonen, B.P.A., Heeneman, S., Muris, J.W.M., Sagasser, M.H., Timmerman, A.A., Scherpbier-de Haan, N.D.
Médium: Journal Article
Jazyk:angličtina
Vydáno: England 03.07.2024
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Educational Measurement - methods
Humans
Learning
Social Responsibility
tensions
agency
Portfolios
accountability
polarity
ISSN:1473-9879, 1475-990X
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Shrnutí:Portfolios are often implemented to target multiple purposes, e.g. assessment, accountability and/or self-regulated learning. However, in educational practice, it appears to be difficult to combine different purposes in one portfolio, as interdependencies between the purposes can cause tensions. This paper explored directions to manage tensions that are inextricably linked to multipurpose portfolio use. We used a systems thinking methodology, that was based on the polarity thinking framework. This framework provides a step-by-step approach to chart a polarity map® that can help to balance the tensions present in specific settings. We followed the steps of the framework to chart a polarity map for multipurpose portfolio use. Based on literature and our prior research, we selected one overarching polarity: accountability and learner agency. This polarity seems responsible for multiple tensions related to multipurpose portfolio use. We formulated values (potential benefits) and fears (tensions that can arise) of the two poles of this polarity. Then, we organised a session with stakeholders who work with the portfolio of the Dutch General Practice speciality programme. Together we formulated action steps and early warnings that can help to balance accountability and learner agency during multipurpose portfolio use. In addition to previous recommendations concerning portfolio use, we advocate that it is important to create a shared frame of reference between all involved with the multipurpose portfolio. During this process, the acknowledgement and discussion of tensions related to multipurpose portfolio use are vital.
ISSN:1473-9879
1475-990X
DOI:10.1080/14739879.2024.2335610