Flipped Classroom Model

Description

In the flipped classroom, students first encounter new content outside of class (e.g., through teacher-recorded videos, digital modules, or readings).

Class time is then used for active learning: problem-solving, discussion, group projects, or applying concepts with teacher guidance.

It reverses the traditional model where teachers lecture in class and assign practice as homework.

What Makes It Innovative

Shift of Teacher Role: Teacher is no longer just the “information deliverer” but a facilitator and guide.

Student Responsibility: Learners take more ownership of initial exposure to content.

Active Use of Class Time: Time in class is used for deeper engagement rather than passive note-taking.

Technology Integration: Digital resources (videos, online quizzes, LMS platforms) become central to learning flow.

Transformative Aspects

Pedagogical Transformation

Moves away from didactic pedagogy toward student-centered approaches.

Encourages critical thinking and collaboration during class.

Access & Flexibility

Students can learn content at their own pace, replaying videos or reviewing materials.

This supports differentiated instruction and helps diverse learners.

Equity Potential

When implemented well, it allows more in-class support for struggling students.

However, it also raises equity issues (e.g., access to devices and internet).

Cultural Shift in Learning

Classrooms transform into spaces of dialogue, experimentation, and feedback.

This reframes learning as participatory and communal rather than individual and passive.

The flipped classroom is transformative because it reshapes power relations in learning, redefines the classroom space, and fosters skills essential for the 21st century. Its transformative impact depends on equitable access and thoughtful implementation.