Common Misconceptions

One class to one competency.

Not so. Competencies are listed on class syllabi.   A competency does not match just to one class.  Competencies will map to several classes.

See: Competencies matched to classes

I must have a class that lists the competency

Not so.  You are being asked to show that you understand the meaning of a competency and can tie evidence to support that claim.  Evidence  from any class that is relevant can be used.  The evidence might be assignments in a class or classes where the main focus was not on the particular competency; but some of the assignments support the competency.

I am in trouble if I haven’t taken a class that relates to a particular competency.

Not so. You can use examples from work or a previous career (as long as no more than 2 years old).  You can even produce new evidence by doing research and presenting it.

Best Advice

After establishing  your e-Portfolio advisor’s expectations pick a competency that appears easy to you -and get started.  If you get started you will feel better and the task will not seem overwhelming. Again -think of it as a job. No-one values an employee who isn’t a self starter:-)   Leave the angst for another day:-)    You can all do this.

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