Flipped Classroom Model
The flipped classroom model is an innovative instructional strategy that reverses the traditional learning environment by delivering instructional content, often online, outside of the classroom. It is a form of blended learning where students engage with new material at home, typically through video lectures, reading assignments, or interactive modules. This approach allows class time to be dedicated to exercises, projects, or discussions that reinforce and deepen understanding, essentially “flipping” the conventional approach of lecturing in class and assigning homework for individual study. One of the foundational principles of the flipped classroom model is active learning. By shifting the acquisition of foundational knowledge to outside of the classroom, students come to class prepared to engage in activities that promote higher-order thinking. These activities can include collaborative group work, problem-solving sessions, peer instruction, or hands-on projects. This model emphasizes student-centered learning, where the teacher acts as a facilitator or guide rather than a primary source of information. This setup […]
