Google Certified Teacher, John Sowash, outlines the basics of the flipped classroom in this easy-to-digest video.
If you're interested in flipping your classroom, check out John's other post, 5 Tools to Flip Your Classroom.
Video Outline: Flip Your Classroom Through Reverse Instruction
Traditional Model of Instruction:
- Teacher/professor lectures in class
- Practice problems are done during class
- Homework problems/questions are assigned
- Student goes home and tries to do homework
Problems With :
- Class periods are too short
- Not enough time for student questions
- Students can’t get help when they need it
- Homework doesn’t lead to subject mastery
The Alternative: Flip Your Classroom Through Reverse Instruction
What is the Flipped Classroom?:
- Lectures are pre-recorded and delivered on-demand
- Class time is reserved for student questions, guided practice or lab time
“This arrangement "flips" the traditional model by assigning lectures as homework and doing homework in class.”
How To Get Started:
- Pre-record your lectures
- Explain the flipped classroom model to your students
- Plan what you will be doing in class
- Seek student feedback
Have you had any success with flipping your classroom? Share your story in the comments!
How to Flip Your Classroom video and PowerPoint presentation created by:
John Sowash
Google Certified Teacher
John Sowash is a high school teacher and the Director of Online Learning for Global Christian School Online. John is a Google Certified Teacher and Trainer and enjoys providing inspirational professional development training for schools and businesses. You can connect with John via his blog (electriceducator.com) or Twitter (@jrsowash).
