Traditional VS flipped classroom for adaptive and individualized learning

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In a traditional classroom a teacher usually delivers a presentation that introduces students to new concepts and learning materials. Students mostly listen to the presentation, at home students review the notes to learn the material presented in class and complete some homework. Thus, there is a teaching phase in the class (when the material is delivered) and a learning phase out of class (when students engage more actively with the material).

In a flipped classroom this framework is reversed: students first discover new material at home, out of class (through assigned reading, videos etc.) and the lesson can be dedicated to practical activities which allow the students to actively engage with the material in the presence of the teacher and often in collaboration with other students.

So the role of teachers shifts from the transferring knowledge to guiding the students in mastering new skills and understanding when and how to use the information they learn.

If you are practicing flipped classroom approach in education what major differences do you see?

@Ana_moderator In flipped classroom teaching students face difficulty regarding language because English is their second languge so their learning pace is slow.
In traditional teaching students learn first and practice at home whereas in flipped classroom teaching students learn on their own first at home and practice in class later. In this way teach add what they have not learned on their own at home.

In traditional classrooms, the teacher typically delivers lectures during class time, and students are then expected to complete homework assignments outside of class. This model often follows a one-size-fits-all approach, where all students receive the same instruction at the same pace. In contrast, the flipped classroom model reverses this dynamic. Students engage with instructional materials, such as pre-recorded lectures or readings, outside of class, freeing up in-class time for more interactive and collaborative activities. This allows teachers to tailor their instruction to individual student needs and provide more personalized support. In the context of adaptive and individualized learning, the flipped classroom model can be particularly effective, as it allows for greater flexibility and customization of the learning experience to accommodate diverse learning styles and paces.

Hi, in my experiences after the covid pandemic, the flipped classrooms given more important to overcome certain problems such students attendants, their interest in using gadgets and duration availability of the lessons to complete. Of course the attraction in flipped classrooms more effectively compare to traditional classrooms. More over, globally there is education transformation focused to ICT based classrooms created more to flipped based classrooms.

Flipped Classroom is a teaching approach that reverses the traditional lecture-homework format. Here's a comprehensive overview:

What is Flipped Classroom?

In a Flipped Classroom, students:

1. Learn basics at home: Watch videos, read texts, or complete online modules to learn fundamental concepts.
2. Work on activities in class: Engage in hands-on activities, discussions, and projects that apply what they've learned.

Benefits:

1. Personalized learning: Students learn at their own pace, and teachers can provide targeted support.
2. Increased engagement: Students are more engaged in class, as they're working on activities that apply what they've learned.
3. Improved retention: Students retain information better, as they're actively applying it.
4. Better use of class time: Class time is used for hands-on learning, rather than lecturing.
5. Enhanced collaboration: Students work together on activities, promoting teamwork and communication.

Implementation steps:

1. Record video lectures: Create video lectures or find existing ones that cover basic concepts.
2. Assign pre-class work: Assign students to watch videos or complete online modules before class.
3. Design in-class activities: Create hands-on activities, discussions, or projects that apply what students have learned.
4. Provide support and feedback: Offer guidance and feedback as students work on in-class activities.
5. Monitor progress: Track student progress and adjust instruction as needed.

Tools and resources:

1. Video recording software: Use tools like Camtasia, Screencast-O-Matic, or Khan Academy.
2. Learning Management Systems (LMS): Utilize LMS like Canvas, Blackboard, or Moodle to assign pre-class work and track progress.
3. Online collaboration tools: Use tools like Google Docs, Trello, or Asana for in-class activities and group work.

By flipping the classroom, teachers can create a more engaging, personalized, and effective learning environment for their students.

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Aslam o alaikum and hello every one,

In my perspective flipped class room has more grip in learning of student, although traditonal classroom have also its impacts of learning. Let me make it more clear.

As we all know that in a traditional classroom, the teacher primarily delivers lectures during class time, with students absorbing information and then completing assignments or studying at home. This approach is familiar and straightforward, making it easier to manage in settings with limited resources, such as in many schools including Pakistan. However, it often provides limited opportunities for individualized attention and adaptive learning, as the pace is usually set by the teacher and must accomodate to the average student.

Now in flipped classroom the same module disscussed above is inverted, although I am not experienced in this module but seen videos in pandemic days. In this module Student has to learn from videos made by teacher, which student can play, pause, or review or replay again. It means here the pace has to set by a student. Every individual student has to decide at his own in context of learning. This is called adaptive and individualised learning.

Actually If we are interested in adaptive and individualised learning then our approach must be towrds flipped classroom. ** Also mind that a student must have access to all educational material needed for flipped classroom, and he/she must have a good understanding of using that material.** Un fortunately in Pakistan average students have these kinds of commands.

@Ana_moderator
Flipped classroom model replaced the traditional classroom because FC emphasizes active learning which means it engages with discussions, problem-solving, and collaborative activities, which can lead to deeper understanding compared to passive learning like lecture mode. The things that need to be given attention is that all students may have equal access to the necessary technology at home, such as computers or reliable internet connections. Poor socio-economic background parents facing problems. Secondly, are all students, especially the primary children disciplined to access the assignments on time? Good parental care is needed here. But both parents are busy with their work. These are the main problems I am facing while implementing the flipped classroom in my school. So, finally I'm doing partial flipped classroom.

The flipped classroom model significantly differs from the traditional approach by having students engage with instructional content at home and dedicating class time to interactive activities and personalized support. In this model, teachers act more as facilitators, guiding students through discussions and problem-solving, which increases individual and group interactions. Students are more actively engaged in learning, collaborating with peers, and taking responsibility for their education. The self-paced nature of the flipped classroom allows students to review materials as needed and address any difficulties during class time. Technology is essential for accessing pre-class content, necessitating reliable internet access. Continuous assessment and immediate feedback during class activities are key features, promoting ongoing learning and understanding. Overall, the flipped classroom fosters a more dynamic, interactive, and personalized learning environment, encouraging deeper engagement and independence in students.

@Ana_moderator Aslam o alikum mad Hi Ana
Some time when I use flipped class room I observe that in Traditional Classroom the Class time is primarily used for direct instruction and lecturing.while in Flipped Classroom Class time is used for interactive, hands-on activities, discussions, and applying knowledge.
Traditional Classroom Students are passive recipients of information.while in
Flipped Classroom Students engage with content actively before class, allowing for more dynamic and participatory class sessions.
By adopting the flipped classroom approach, educators aim to create a more engaging, personalized, and effective learning environment for students.