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Difference Between Traditional Pedagogy and Flipped Classroom

Randy, I agree that the new instructor role can be a problem for some instructors. I do think that the personality of the instructor will dictate the way the class is facilitated. That being said, I also believe it is the professional responsibility of the instructor to stay current on new teaching methods and to stretch themselves professionally and personally as necessary to be the best instructor they can be. Also, instructors must understand that the "main man or woman" in the classroom is actually the student. Everything we do must focus on student learning. Anything less is unethical. Dr.… >>>

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Difference Between Traditional Pedagogy and Flipped Classroom

Carrie, Yes, the expectations of students in the flipped classroom is a major difference as is the need for critical thinking by the student. I think these two things are a perfect fit in that the expectations often lead to the need for critical thinking. Dr. Moody Crews

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Difference Between Traditional Pedagogy and Flipped Classroom

Rhonda, You are correct that it is difficult because the students are accustomed to getting everything they need to pass the test. It is something that will take some time to change the student expectations. I always start the semester with a discussion of how the class will be facilitated and I tell the students that they will not get everything they need through lectures. It is stressed that anything is fair game for the test, including readings, lectures/discussions, presentations, etc. Dr. Moody Crews

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Difference Between Traditional Pedagogy and Flipped Classroom

Rhonda, I would absolutely not lecture for four hours. Research shows that individuals only stay focused for about twenty minutes when listening to a lecture. After that you lose them. Try some activities (games, etc.) where your students are actively engaged, without lecture, but are getting the same content they would receive in your lecture. Dr. Moody Crews

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Jean, I'm glad the class is helping you. I wonder if you students inability to grasp the concepts is because they've never had a teaching who actually used this technique or anything even close to it. I'm sure most first year college students have experienced mostly lecture so it's a concept that is completely foreign to them. Dr. Moody Crews

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Lucille, Excellent points. You are absolutely correct that asking the students is the best method. One thing I do is I ask my students what is working for their learning. I stress to them that I know there are some things that they don't necessarily like; however, that's not the question. Whether they like it or not isn't what should be important. What is important is whether or not they are learning. Dr. Moody Crews

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James, I agree that students do expect lectures because that's what they have always gotten from their teachers. There is certainly nothing wrong with lecture but why not give them the lectures in advance and then go deeper with the learning process with experiential activities. Dr. Moody Crews

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Pilar, I start my classes the same way and I agree that the flipped classroom does allow for use of the same method. Great points. Dr. Moody Crews

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Austin, I completely agree. Unfortunately, some instructors still don't know the difference in lecturing and facilitation. Dr. Moody Crews

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Instructor Preparation

Earle, I think that's a great idea. If there isn't an instructor in your institution that's using the flipped concept I would suggest attending state professional conferences where teaching is the focus. You should be able to review the conference agenda to see what sessions are being offered. From there you may be able to make arrangements to observe a class in action. Dr. Moody Crews