Disadvantages Of Flipped Learning

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The use of flipped learning has the potential to be an effective method of instruction that can possibly bring about better learning outcomes. Early pioneers of the Flipped Classroom model, Bergmann and Sams, used the online material mostly to review and reinforce classroom lessons during flipped learning and the classroom becomes the place to work through problems, advanced concepts, and engages in collaborative learning (Tucker, 2012).

During flipped learning, students would view video lectures or animations to help them learn new concepts and complete their assignments at their own place. This allows teachers design activities for students to engage in active learning so that they can apply their concepts learnt and engage in discussions in the classroom. Active learning can include discussion, student-created content, independent problem solving, inquiry-based learning, and project-based learning (Bergmann, Overmyer, & Wilie, 2012). Active learning in the classroom is an important component of flipped learning. This allows students to explore topics in greater depth and actively involve in knowledge construction as they participate in and evaluate their learning in a manner that is personally meaningful. (Flipped Learning Network (FLN). (2014) The Four Pillars of …show more content…

Basri (2013) highlighted the benefits and limitations. It was mentioned that students were able to learn and revise at their own pace. Flipped learning also provided the opportunity for students to apply their knowledge in class and engage at a higher level of discussion. However, he noted that over reliance on a particular teaching approach could make students less engaged and thus educators need to tailor their teaching strategies to meet the needs of students. In another study by Danker (2015), the results showed that the flipped classroom approach was able to achieve deep learning and increase the level of students’

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