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JASON KERNAND
MIKE COBB
THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL
Varying Viewpoints From A Flipped Classroom
Teachers
Parents
Students
Administrators
What if?
Characteristics of Perfect classroom
Engagement
Involved
Collaboration
Communication
Feedback
Expertise
Competency
Critical ThinkingContent Mastery
Hands On Learning
Independence
Higher Level Thinking
Flexibility
Differentiation
Well rounded student Transparency
ResourcesRelevancy
Real World ScenariosCooperation
Artifacts
Demonstrated Learning
24/7 LearningAssessable
Flipped Classrooms:Three Examples
Middle School Math
Middle School Science
Upper School Economics
Why should we flip?Why should we flip?
� Engage students using tools they like and are already attracted to (podcasts, videos, blogs, etc.)
Why should we flip?Why should we flip?
Allow time for more
classroom, discussion, exploration
and cooperative
learning
� Create a resource that can be revisited
Why should we flip?Why should we flip?
Why should we flip?Why should we flip?
� To help differentiate instruction
Yea, But?
Obstacles for a Flipped classroom
Time constraints
Pressure from content
Next step...grade, AP exams, etc.
If it Ain’t broke...
Technology
Innovation
Novelty
Assessment
Internet filteringlack of control
New format
Push back
Long term
Evidence
homework
tracking student performance
Student motivation
Tradition
What are the obstacles to What are the obstacles to flipping?flipping?
� A philosophical shift from “sage on the stage” to “guide on the side” in the classroom
What are the obstacles to What are the obstacles to flipping?flipping?
� Evaluate your class goals to build a base that allows for student exploration and ownership
What are the obstacles to flipping?
� Be willing to try new things and evaluate your process
What the Teachers said…What the Teachers said…
� “Class time is regained, allowing more time for exploration, and hands-on activities”
� “Students come in with the questions now rather than me sending them home with them.”
What the Parents said…What the Parents said…
� “It so nice to have the chance to see the material my child is learning and be more involved”
� “Having resources for my child and for me as a parent is invaluable.”
What the Administrators What the Administrators said…said…
� “The transparency of a flipped classroom is extraordinary. You can see the learning occurring in each class.”
� “The cooperation and collaboration that students learn is a key part of our role as educators.”
What the kids said…What the kids said…� 20 of the 21 seniors like the format of the class and suggested keeping it next year
� Most thought it would work best in English and History (probably because of our format)
� Majority of students listened to 90% of the podcasts
� 18 of the 21 said the class discussions were much better or better than other classes
� Most students found the blogging useful and commenting not as much
What the kids said…What the kids said…
“I liked the idea of listening to podcasts instead of a lecture in class. This made it easier to discuss the information further.”
“the podcasts made it easier to take notes”
“actually understanding what was said during class”
“The constant ability to do work in class and ability to always look what ever you don’t know up”
What the kids said…What the kids said…
“The discussion and how much I ended up learning. Applying the concepts to real world
issues helped me remember them much better than if I would have just memorized from a book. Plus in the process I learned about a lot of things going on the world,
which I really enjoyed.”
What tools are available to “Flip” your instruction?
How Can I Extend the Walls of My Classroom
How Can I Extend the Walls of My Classroom
How Can I Extend the Walls of My Classroom
Resources
• flippedclass.com
• flipped-learning.com
• #flipclass
JASON KERN, [email protected]
@jasonmkern
MIKE [email protected]
THE OAKRIDGE SCHOOL
Varying Viewpoints From A Flipped Classroom
