Fun with Flipped Classrooms
Lectures are Homework & Problem-Solving Happens in Class
Why Flipped Classrooms?
- flipped classrooms give teachers more time to interact with students
- students have choices
- teachers can detect errors by devoting class time to formative assessment
- parents can see and understand what students are learning and doing at home
- personalization of instruction increases
- gaps in knowledge and understanding decrease
Benefits
- students learn at own pace
- teacher is present while students apply new knowledge
- results from flipped classrooms show promising results
Potential Setbacks
- could possibly exacerbate a digital divide
- it relies on trust and preparation
- lots of work on the front-end
Final Thoughts on Flipped Classrooms
Teachers will need to be fully prepared on the front-end, and students will have to be dedicated to completing lessons on their time.