FLIPPED CLASSROOM APPROACHES Introduction

Overview

There is no such thing as the flipped classroom, but what then is a flipped classroom? Flipped pedagogy approaches are evolving along with instructional technology resources. The classroom is now face-to-face, synchronous online, asynchronous online and a dizzying blend of all three within a single course offering. This module will present current flipped pedagogy, its benefits, the importance of active learning and opportunities to see how different faculty are applying flipped to deliver flexible, learner-centered learning.

Learning Outcomes

When you complete this module, you will be able to:

- Describe flipped learning.
- Recognize the benefits of the flipped approach.
- Examine your course for flipped opportunities.
- Describe how you might flip an activity or topic in one of your classes.

Topics to be Covered

This content will take approximately 60 minutes to complete (not including assignments or supplemental materials).

- Defining Flipped Learning
- Benefits of the Flipped Classroom
- The Flipped Classroom in Action
- Planning Your Flipped Design
  - Collaborative Activities
  - Suggestions for Individual In-Class Activities
  - Suggestions for Large Group In-Class Activities
  - Suggestions for Small Group In-Class Activities

- - Peer Activities
  - Authentic Learning Activities
- Additional Reading