INTRODUCTION

Starting an instructional design portfolio can feel overwhelming. Many beginners struggle with how to organize their work, what sections to include, and how to present their experience in a clear and professional way.

This module focuses on helping learners build a strong foundation by organizing their portfolio structure using Google Sites—Free and accessible , easy to use for beginners, flexible enough to create a professional-looking portfolio , and suitable for organizing content in a clear and structured way without requiring advanced technical skills.

Rather than focusing only on tools, this module emphasizes how to structure information effectively so that a portfolio is easy to navigate, visually clear, and aligned with professional expectations.

🎯Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, learners will be able to:

✅Design a portfolio structure that includes at least four essential sections (e.g., About Me, Projects, Resume, Contact)

✅Organize portfolio content in a logical order that improves usability and readability that can be expanded and refined over time

✅Apply at least two basic design principles (e.g., hierarchy, alignment, spacing) to improve clarity

✅Evaluate portfolio structures and identify basic areas for improvement

🎥Watch & Learn

In the following video, you will see the portfolio-building process demonstrated step by step. Pay close attention to how the homepage, navigation, project pages, and supporting sections are organized to create a clear and professional user experience.

As you watch, consider how each design decision contributes to usability, readability, and overall portfolio effectiveness.

📃Supporting Resource

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating a professional portfolio in Google Sites. Use it while watching the video or as a reference during the practice activity. 

⚙️Design Rationale

This activity is designed to move beyond passive learning and support real application. Learners actively organize portfolio sections, making decisions similar to those required in real instructional design work.

The module follows a structured approach using chunked content and a scaffolded progression (understand → observe → apply) to reduce cognitive load and support skill development. The goal is not only to understand portfolio structure, but to apply it effectively in a practical context.