A flipped classroom (flipped learning) is a class format in which a lecture that was previously given in a classroom is now given at home via video learning, and exercises and report writing are done during class time.
|
classroom |
one's home |
| existing (type, form) |
lecture |
exercises |
| flipped classroom |
exercises |
lecture |
Advantages of flipped classroom
You can use the time for a question and answer session.
Eliminate differences in classroom quality between teachers
You can learn at your own pace.
Easy to get back if you are absent
Disadvantages of flipped classroom
There's the question of whether or not you can be thorough in your studies at home.
Lectures are one-sided and cannot be tailored to the learners' level of understanding.
Costly to create (or purchase) and distribute teaching materials
You will need new learning equipment.
