Flipped learning: definition explanation

Summary

In this video, Martha Ramirez explores the concept of flipped learning, a teaching approach pioneered in 2007 by two chemistry teachers, John and Aaron, to address student absences. The method flips traditional classroom instruction by moving lectures and direct teaching outside the classroom, allowing students to learn at their own pace. The four pillars of flipped learning—flexible environment, learning culture, intentional content, and professional educators—ensure a dynamic and interactive learning experience. This approach empowers students to engage creatively while educators focus on guiding and providing meaningful feedback.

Takeaways

• 😀 Flipped learning was inspired by two chemistry teachers, John and Aaron, who wanted to address high student absenteeism at Woodland Park High School in Colorado.
• 😀 In 2007, John and Aaron began recording their lectures and making them accessible online, which laid the foundation for flipped learning.
• 😀 The term 'flipped classroom' was coined in 2012 by Bergman and Sams, who also co-founded the Flipped Learning Network.
• 😀 Flipped learning is a pedagogical approach that shifts direct instruction from the classroom to the home or individual learning space.
• 😀 In flipped learning, teachers act as guides while students engage actively with the content, applying and exploring their learning more creatively.
• 😀 Traditional in-class explanations are replaced with self-paced resources (like videos, readings, or audios), which students access at home or on their own time.
• 😀 The classroom space is then used for interactive activities where students apply what they’ve learned, and teachers provide real-time feedback and support.
• 😀 The Flipped Learning Network defines four pillars of flipped learning: flexible environment, learning culture, intentional content, and professional educators.
• 😀 A flexible environment allows students to reflect, interact, and demonstrate their learning in multiple ways while teachers observe and support.
• 😀 Professional educators play a critical role in offering feedback, conducting ongoing assessments, and collaborating with colleagues to improve teaching practices.

Q & A

What is the origin of flipped learning?

Flipped learning originated in 2006 when two chemistry teachers, John and Aaron, at Woodland Park High School in Colorado, created a way to help students catch up on missed classes. They recorded lectures and made them accessible online to avoid repeating explanations for absent students.

Who coined the term 'flipped classroom' and when?

The term 'flipped classroom' was coined by Bergman and Sams in 2012. They were also co-founders of the Flipped Learning Network.

What is the main difference between 'flipped classroom' and 'flipped learning'?

'Flipped classroom' refers to the physical space where the teacher's direct instruction is moved to an online format, but it doesn't necessarily involve the more comprehensive principles of flipped learning. 'Flipped learning,' on the other hand, includes specific pedagogical strategies and four key pillars that ensure deeper engagement and learning.

What are the four pillars of flipped learning?

The four pillars of flipped learning are: 1) Flexible environment, 2) Learning culture, 3) Intentional content, and 4) Professional educators.

What is meant by a 'flexible environment' in flipped learning?

A flexible environment in flipped learning means that students are able to reflect and interact in ways that fit their learning style. Teachers monitor and provide diverse opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning.

How does the 'learning culture' pillar of flipped learning support students?

The learning culture pillar ensures that activities are scaffolded, student-centered, and meaningful. It emphasizes the importance of feedback, which should be accessible, differentiated, and meaningful to help students succeed.

What does 'intentional content' refer to in flipped learning?

Intentional content involves curating or creating relevant content for students to access in their individual learning space. This content, which could include videos or other resources, is designed to support students in learning specific concepts effectively.

What role do professional educators play in flipped learning?

Professional educators are responsible for providing ongoing feedback, conducting assessments to inform future instruction, and collaborating with fellow teachers. They act as guides rather than central figures in the learning process.

How does flipped learning change the way teachers and students interact?

In flipped learning, teachers no longer focus on delivering extensive lectures in class. Instead, students learn independently through online content, and class time is spent engaging in collaborative activities where the teacher guides, clarifies, and provides feedback.

How does flipped learning enhance student engagement and creativity?

Flipped learning encourages students to actively apply and engage creatively with the material. With the teacher as a guide, students can focus on deeper learning experiences that go beyond rote memorization, fostering both critical thinking and creativity.