ENSURING METACOGNITIVE REFLECTION AND PERSONAL-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE ENGINEERS THROUGH ELECTRONIC PORTFOLIO

Abstract

This study examines the potential of using an electronic portfolio (e-portfolio) tool in engineering education to develop metacognitive reflection and personal and professional growth in prospective engineers. The study, conducted using mixed methods, involved 100 students. The results showed that e-portfolios allow students to analyze their learning process, document their achievements, identify shortcomings, and make future plans. There was also a statistically significant increase in the level of metacognitive messages.