For students who do not have access at home, schools can increase the operating hours of computer labs at school or increase access to library computers. Teachers must have access to, and be comfortable with, technology that will allow them to record and edit videos, and then upload them to the internet so they are accessible to students. Way of implementation leads to successful or unsuccessful results:
" Not all research on flipped classroom has shown positive outcomes, however. Some schools have not seen a substantial difference in test scores after flipping courses. These findings may have to do with implementation of the model, as proper implementation-quality videos and active learning during class time-is essential to its success (Bormann. 2014). (6)
I encourage all university educators to flip their classrooms to reduce the time spent in explaining concepts through lecture. Students listen and take notes, and then they take those notes home to refer to while working through homework assignments. This system creates passive learners struggle through tasks unassisted. Flipping is stimulating, and helps make the best use of classroom time. Baker (2000) explains that flipping when done can lead to:
- better and more effective learning;
- improved grades due to more student-centered learning opportunities;
- increased student engagement and concurrent decreased classroom disruption;
- increase in test scores from greater focus on understanding;
- alignment of student needs and school resources. (5)
Flipping the direct instruction outside of the class creates more opportunities for interaction and application during class time. Another benefit of a flipped classroom is related to the development of technology literacy. In addition, students' communication and collaboration skills can be developed (McLaughin et al., 2014). Flipping increase rapport with students.There is a higher level of student engagement in learning and students are much better prepared for class. Students are happy with using technology and likes the practices that take place in class. A flipped classroom is a flexible classroom, and the beauty of this flexibility is that you don't have to flip every lesson. Flipping only a few lessons is a great entry point.
