Portfolios for teachers/students

I see the development of a portfolio as a double blessing. As a teacher, it is professional to prepare and develop a portfolio for an initial job and as a reference for current employment. Students and prospective teachers can prepare a portfolio to have a leg up on the job market by preparing before they are asked for resume materials. When they apply for a job, they can submit materials on the spot. The NTI has put it in my mind, the importance of preparing a portfolio. It has also been brought to my attention, as recently, former broadcasting students have approached me for copies of their dvds. They would be all set for their job opportunities, had I had them prepare their senior year. Many prospective broadcasting students could have a ready made resume through their video work. They can include printed materials, dvds, pictures and newspaper articles in their portfolios. I am unsure yet as to all the items that they should include in their portfolios. This concept is new to me and it is one that I am personally developing presently. After my semester at NTI, I will be more aware as to how to advise them on the development of their materials. As for the current group of seniors, I will progress with them in this new venture of developing materials for a professional resume via a portfolio.