A panel of 3 groups of teachers discussed .....
What the heck is flipped learning?
What's the best use of your face to face class time ?
Www.flippedlearning.com is a resource from one of the panel of teachers. (this guy was good - I bet this would be a useful resource).
A flipped classroom is a more efficient use of time for the students. It allows the teacher to hear more from the students.
A panel member felt that Students first exposure to new content shouldn't be given from the teacher. They should create and discover first. Getting the perplexed and confused at the beginning in turn can deepen their learning.
Definition of flipped classroom - letting students learn at their own pace- it allows students to guide the pace.
Key benefits
Flipped classrooms ensure that we are meeting the students needs. Learning is maximized.
A separate panel of teachers felt that frontloading with videos is a beginning step for a flipped classroom model. For example, In the English classroom, frontload t literature information before working with the teacher. This allows students to to pace themselves, pause, listen again, comment and process before the lessons lead by the teacher. It sounds very ENGAGING!!!
Professional development model
Teachers are sent videos on how to use a tool..... Then when the meeting occurs, it is time to discuss WHAT to do with the tools.
Videos should be typically short. A suggestion for time to take to view a video would be double of the video time. A student should allow 20 minutes for a 10 minute video to ensure the expectation of processing, thinking, reviewing, responding.
Benefits of a flipped classroom:
Individualizing the classroom
Reducing stress
Taking more risks for teaching
Student owns the learning
Closing the achievement gap
Empowers students to be problem solvers
My thoughts: the teacher needs to get comfortable with the feeling of control dispersing out to the students. From there, the teacher can scaffold learning and support the diverse, widespread range of abilities and needs that we all see in our classrooms!!
Nice job with this post. There is some good info here. I 100% agree with your comment regarding the shift of control from teacher to student. When students are responsible for their learning they can make it more lasting and meaningful. As you note, the teacher can then focus on individual scaffolding to support each student's growth.
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