Thirty-First International Conference on Learning

Abstract

E-portfolios have proved to be powerful pedagogical tools of education in various settings. Research abounds on the benefits and challenges of e-portfolios, but much is not recorded on how they can promote inclusivity in higher education. E-portfolios have the potential to prepare students for their workplace by helping them build professional identities through digitally capturing their learning journeys. Social media is now used to fully support learning in higher education, and through e-portfolios, students can be trained on how to cultivate virtual identities. This research delves into the literature to explore ways in which e-portfolios can enhance inclusivity in higher education. This systematic literature analysis, using content analysis, aims to explore the above gap. The main research question in this study is ‘How can e-portfolios promote inclusivity in higher education?’ A pedagogical framework for promoting inclusivity in higher education through e-portfolios is suggested based on the findings and conclusions of the papers studied.