Electronic Portfolios for Learning and Teaching in Veterinary Education

Recently, the use of ePortfolios has tremendously increased in the higher education sector; however, the use of ePortfolios in veterinary education is still in its infancy. As a sophisticated means of e-learning, ePortfolios can be utilized in veterinary education in many ways such as documenting, tracking, and assessing student skills/clinical competency; integrating new digital technologies such as digital badges, digital learning analytics, and gamification; and promoting reflective learning, feedback culture, and future employability. The skills and capabilities required for competent veterinary professionals need time to develop so that an ePortfolio can provide flexible options for continued skill development and lifelong learning. This article aims to summarize the basic concepts of ePortfolios, benefits and applications of using ePortfolios in the education sector, commonly available ePortfolio platforms, and the existing knowledge and prospects of using ePortfolios in veterinary education. It is envisaged that veterinary institutes will embrace, integrate, and promote ePortfolios to produce highly competent, professional veterinary graduates. Future research is required to explore the maximum potential of ePortfolios for effective teaching and learning in veterinary education