Abstract
Portfolio development is a vital skill for students, particularly in creative fields such as design, fashion, and media. This research explores effective methods for teaching portfolio development, focusing on process-oriented learning, design thinking, and user interface (UI) requirements. By adopting a process-driven approach, students are encouraged to reflect on their work, engage in iterative refinement, and create portfolios that showcase their growth over time. Integrating design thinking principles ensures that students can maximize user experience, making their portfolios both aesthetically compelling and functionally intuitive. Additionally, this research examines essential UI requirements, emphasizing the need for clean, navigable, and user-friendly interfaces that align with industry standards. For non-creatives, pedagogical approaches such as constructivism, project-based learning, and scaffolding are employed to reduce intimidation and build confidence. These methodologies engage learners in hands-on activities, structured support, and reflection, allowing them to bridge the gap between their current skills and the creative demands of portfolio development. This research also highlights the emerging role of artificial intelligence (AI) in facilitating portfolio creation. AI tools embedded into content management systems provide personalized feedback on layout, design coherence, and content organization, while AI-driven analytics offer insights into user behavior, enabling students to optimize their portfolios for better engagement. Generative AI can significantly elevate the language and overall quality by enhancing personalization, improving clarity, and ensuring professionalism allowing students to focus more on creativity. This comprehensive framework empowers students to develop portfolios strategically designed and enhanced by AI for impactful user engagement.
Presenters
Jennie CookAssistant Professor, Fashion Design + Merchandising, Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia, United States
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
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KEYWORDS
Portfolio Development, Design Thinking, Pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, Process
