Concept Map-based Framework for Learner-Centered Knowledge Management in ePortfolios

This paper presents a proposed framework for ePortfolio knowledge management that has been developed in a project that aims is at providing universities with an environment for lifelong learning support through integrating and extending Learning Management Systems (LMS) and ePortfolio Systems. The problems that exist using these systems to support lifelong learning were identified through in-depth interviews with lecturers and students at an earlier stage of the project. Specifically, this paper focuses on students and lecturers requirements for creating and organizing ePortfolios and helping learners to develop understanding of graduate attributes. We show how the idea of organizing these concepts into maps can be adopted in the ePortfolio framework to facilitate knowledge management.