FLIPPED CLASSROOM MODEL by Janaina Pros and Cons

FLIPPED CLASSROOM MODEL by Janaina +

Pros and Cons of a Flipped Classroom As technology has increasingly grown and infiltrated our classrooms, a new learning model has emerged that moves away from a teacher-centered space, and onto a more collaborative, student-centered learning environment, by way of a Flipped Classroom. The main goal of a Flipped Classroom is to enhance student learning and achievement by reversing the traditional model of a classroom, focusing class time on student understanding rather than on lecture. There are numerous potential benefits to this style of learning.

The Cons However, there has predictably been some criticism to this bold new model of teaching and learning. It can create or exacerbate a digital divide One of the most prominent issues is the necessity for students to have access to a computer and Internet in order to watch the lectures. This is particularly hard on sts from low-income districts who already have limited access to resources.

The Cons It relies on preparation and trust There is also the concern that since Flipped Classrooms are dependent on student participation, one must trust sts to watch the lectures at home. Unfortunately, there is no way to guarantee sts will oblige or cooperate with the Flipped model.

The Cons There is significant work on the front-end Additionally, there is a concern that implementing a Flipped classroom adds an extra workload on teachers, as there are several elements that must be integrated carefully to allow the class to flourish. Responsibilities include taping and uploading condensed lectures, which take time and skill, and introducing activities in the classroom that will enhance the subject matter as well as motivate sts to participate and prepare for class. Though teachers can gradually integrated flipped elements into their classrooms, it will still require additional time and effort from teachers.

The Cons Time in front of screens - instead of people and places – is increased There are some who believe that if every teacher starts flipping their classrooms, sts will spend hours in front of a computer watching the lectures. One may argue that this has the potential to cause serious problems to student´s learning processes, as not everyone may be as adept to learning through a computer. Despite these issues, the Flipped Classroom can still be a very effective, handson approach to improving student achievement and involving them in their own education. Source: www. teachthought. com/learning/10 -pros-cons-flipped-classroom/

Group activity “Flipping the Foreign Language class” What is the best use of your face-to-face class time? What is one lesson that you teach that is perfect for flipping? As you start flipping, who will you work with? If you flip, What will you do in your class now that you are not lecturing? Do you need additional resources since you will now have more time to do in-class higher order thinking and problem solving as a result of the extra time? How will you rearrange your room as you consider flipping your classroom? Will you completely flip your class, or just do selected lessons? How will your students access your videos? Do you have any students who will need to access the videos when NOT connected to the internet? If you teach multiple classes: Which class will you flip first?

“Flipping the Foreign Language class” Classroom Questions How will you monitor if the students watched the video? How will you grade their watching of the videos? How will you build in interactivity into your video lessons? (A Google form? Notes on paper? A question? Something else? ) What are you going to do when a student doesn't watch your video? How will you change your assessment as a result of flipping your class? How will you communicate what you are doing with your administration? How will you communicate what you are doing with your students? How will you communicate what you are doing with your parents?

“Flipping the Foreign Language class” Technical Questions about video creation What software will you use to make your videos? Do you need any hardware like a better microphone or a tablet to write with? Where will you post your videos? (You. Tube? Somewhere else? )

For ELT teachers wishing to flip their classrooms here are some practical and valuable suggestions: Take into account the learning styles of your sts; Learn to use basic technological tools; Plan in detail what to do both inside and outside the classroom; Choose appropriate activities based on the learning styles of sts; Use a great variety of activities to engage all sts; Incorporate appropriate Web 2. 0 tools; Use an LMS (learning management system) to integrate activities inside and outside the classroom. source: Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education_ TOJDE October 2015. Volume: 16. Number: 4. Article 3.

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