The Flipped Classroom

Abstract

One of the great debates in education today is whether learners learn best in the classroom or on their own. Some educators believe that learners learn best on their own, while others believe that teaching methods should be tailored to each learner. The flipped classroom is a new teaching model that has recently gained popularity. It essentially allows learners to learn in a more engaging way while teachers frequently update the material. In a flipped classroom, students and teachers alike need to actively participate in the learning process. This is accomplished through the use of concepts such as control, autonomy, and engagement. Through this chapter, the authors first introduce the traditional classroom, and the flipped classroom, and a comparison between the two types of classes. Then, many questions are answered about how to implement the flipped classroom model effectively. What are the tools that facilitate the implementation of a flipped classroom? What are the advantages and disadvantages of a flipped classroom?