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Are Flipped Classrooms the New Age of Learning?
In the traditional classroom model, teachers stand in the front of the room and explain the concepts and then send students home to do their homework with the idea that the extra work will solidify their learning. Although most students have been studying this way for many years, is it really the best method for educational success? After all, we all know that students often skip lectures or get bored and not absorb the material. Then they find it difficult to do their homework. Fortunately, some educators have taken innovative steps in classroom learning to remove gaps and barriers. One of these concepts is the flipped classroom, which is growing in popularity because of the many benefits it offers to students. But what is a flipped classroom and why are teachers starting to use it?
What is an upside down classroom?
It can be a challenge for students, especially young children, to sit still during lectures. Their minds might wander, they might wish they were somewhere other than class, and they might have trouble concentrating in all possible ways.
Upside down classrooms do not force children to sit through lectures and take notes. Instead, they take lectures home with them. Recorded lectures count as student homework. You can learn basic concepts at home and then apply them in class. Instead of listening to the teachers in the classroom for an hour or more, flipped classrooms use the students’ time to complete assignments and projects. Students can ask questions to teachers and get their questions answered instantly.
The benefits of flipped classroom learning
- While not perfect, the flipped classroom has many advantages for students and teachers. For example, teachers can give their lectures once and do not have to go through the same material over and over again. Lessons can become more practical and interactive.
- Class time is short and there is a lot to learn. Using lectures as homework will reduce the time it takes to explain basic concepts. This maximizes the usefulness of class time. Students are more engaged and able to work at their own pace.
- Students do not learn at the same pace or in the same way. Recorded lectures can be much better for children who have difficulty concentrating or for those who have trouble taking effective notes. If you need a little more time to learn basic concepts, you can fall back on the lectures if necessary. Students who do not sit well for long periods of time can move around while listening to lectures or taking frequent breaks.
- Turning the classroom around gives students a sense of autonomy. You decide when and how to review lectures. They are responsible for any consequences that might arise from not doing their homework and not understanding the key concepts. But they also have freedom and flexibility in their study schedule.
- Overall, flipped classrooms are more student-oriented and more personal. Teachers can provide guidance and answer questions in the classroom to ultimately give students more individual attention and meet them where they are. Individual needs and learning gaps can be addressed more easily in flipped classrooms.
Upside down classrooms for child development
Traditional classrooms can be very difficult for children with developmental difficulties. Children who are lagging behind in skills such as literacy [1] often just lagging far behind their classmates without addressing the problem in class. In a classroom setting, it is almost impossible to see which students are struggling and which are standing out.
Flipped classrooms can be fantastic for children’s development as they offer more personalized and self-directed learning. Instead of overwhelming children with concepts, flipped classrooms allow review, questioning, and improvement. There is less pressure and children can learn using different methods and styles. Children who develop need trust. When they are able to learn and succeed instead of feeling bored and stressed out, they will thrive!
Web-based tools for flipped learning
Flipped learning is only possible because of the technological tools available today. Web-based tools are required for the recording and distribution of lectures. In addition, digital tools are an important part of hybrid classrooms, with students using these tools to improve their learning. For subjects like math that often require additional help, online tools can be a must.
Decide which tools are best [3] can sometimes be the hardest aspect of flipped learning. Finding web-based solutions to help teachers manage flipped classrooms is critical to success. But when it works, it really works!
References:
[1] Child Illiteracy in America: Statistics, Facts, and Resources
[2] Online math tools for students
[3] Eight web-based tools for providing flipped lessons
