Flipped Classroom

What is a Flipped Classroom?


"Information is not instruction." — David Merrill. Utah State University

The Benefits of the Flipping

The flipped classroom maximizes the face-to-face time for discussion where students are able to ask questions and interact in real-time with their instructors and fellow classmates. In other words, rather than being alone at home when working through complex topics or homework questions while studying, students benefit from the instructor's presence, coaching and guidance. The ability to shift the lecture outside of the classroom time allows time for increased active learning and engagement through the professor's expertise, facilitation and guidance.

Are you interested in flipping the classroom at GRCC?  Let us know at dlit@grcc.edu as we would be happy to assist you with technological and instructional design aspects of this teaching modality!

Because face to face time is limited, flipped classrooms can also provide the ability to cover more material during the semester.  Students can also take their time to complete their notes, reflect, pause, replay and re-listen to the lectures to spend time digesting complex lecture based topics by watching the lectures online, outside of class. Students are able to better prepare for classroom discussions — and engage in them — through being better informed of the main topics and concepts before coming to class.
