Dealing with electronic portfolios is complex and demanding. Especially the implementation at the educational institution and the proper integration in daily demands of ongoing teaching and learning processes poses many challenges for students and teachers alike. This paper proposes an educational taxonomy as methodological approach to overcome some of these diculties. Theoretical foundations, construction and use of this general framework will be presented, its application for e-portfolios discussed.

Like a shop window facing the street and displaying delicate or valuable articles, an electronic portfolio showcases required skills of students and demonstrates that they understand how to apply their process. However, the work with electronic portfolios is complex and demanding.

PORTFOLIO IN PRACTICE caters to everyone who has an interest in the use of portfolios in education. It contains a series of interviews with educational institut