This 25-hour online course provides a solid foundation in Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA). The course is designed for English language teachers looking for PBLA training in order to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of PBLA. The course is fully conducted online, has any time start dates, and allows participants to go at their own pace.

Topics include principles of PBLA, how to use the portfolio, instructor and student responsibilities, steps in reviewing each skill area, assigning benchmark levels, learner-centred approach, task-based teaching, skill building and skill using activities, language focus, using the competency statements and tables, the Language Companion content and usage, collecting student artefacts, evidence of learning, module planning, needs assessment, evaluation, goals of assessment, ongoing process, baseline information, giving effective feedback, self-reflection, templates, checklists, and glossary.