"Flipped Classrooms"

The idea of the “flipped classroom” is based on engaging students using visual media to capture their interest on topics that they then can share in the classroom. Not initially knowing what the “flipped classroom” was or thinking it was simply using technology in the classroom, I assumed that it was an easy way to unassertively just cover material for both teachers and students. I’m glad these articles were presented and that I learned that it is far from it’s intentions because I think if used correctly, the “flipped classroom” can be extremely beneficial. In the John Hughes video, he says that the “flipped classroom” can inspire, engage and interest students, that videos can provide information that combine visual elements with listening elements, and that integrating video can help students learn English more effectively.

The “flipped classroom” is so by the material (online video lectures) being accessed at home first, then the interactive part of the lesson is done in the classroom after students gained their own individual thoughts and perceptions and can express them by way of exercises and discussions. This is in contrast to the traditional classroom in which lectures are presented in class and homework is given so students can gather their independent thoughts on what they retained. In elementary, I had a teacher who would supplement her science lectures with Bill Nye the Science Guy or Magic School Bus videos. What was viewed in the videos seemed to be more exciting and the talking points among us more so than the teacher's lecture Still, I commend that teacher for knowing how to capture our attention using video in an effective and impressionable manner.

It is important to know that “flipped classrooms” don’t follow one singular model, that they are open for creativity, and that they require careful preparation by the teacher. “Flipped” learning gives students responsibility for their own education and allows for them to take charge of the focus with the guidance of an active/present teacher. I could see myself using “flipped” elements as a possible tool in my own classroom, similar to how my teacher used it, by supplementing lessons. The students could view the video material at home, develop their own opinions, thoughts, etc. write notes as needed and bring them to class the following day. In class, this would allow for more time discussing in-depth student’s reactions and more time for hands-on activities and experiments.


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“John Hughes Talks about Using Video in the Classroom”. .

7 Things you Should Know about Flipped Classrooms”. Educause.February 2012.

"What Is The Flipped Classroom Model And Why Is It Amazing?." 2012. 27 Jul. 2014