Increasing Student Retention by Flipping the Classroom | Origin: ED410
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Increasing Student Retention by Flipping the Classroom
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The flipped classroom model improves student retention by promoting active learning. Students review content before class, allowing class time to focus on critical thinking, case studies, and discussion.
I learned that this approach increases engagement, accountability, and helps identify learning gaps. In my practice, I would use videos or readings before class and focus on NCLEX-style questions and clinical scenarios during class.
Overall, this method can enhance understanding and better prepare students for real clinical practice.
It helps instructors use class time more effectively. Focuses on problem solving, collaboration, and other areas where students may need more help.
Flipping the classroom sounds good in theory, but it has its limitations in real life applications. It has a time and place and cannot always be fully implemented into every course and topic. Some of it is good (like working on assignments together in class instead of having students work on assignments alone at home) some of it is not good (lecturing "outside" of the classroom, planning classes based on the idea that all students completed their readings in full). In person classroom lectures are still a part of instruction and a good instructor can modernize their lectures to make them more interactive and engaging for students.
Nontraditional ways of evaluation are important parts of a good education and I agree that most standard multiple choice tests do not do a thorough enough job of actually testing if students have a solid understanding of the material... however this concept is not mutually inclusive to "flipping the classroom" and a standard class format can still support unorthodox methods of student evaluation.
I have used this concept before and really enjoyed it; it is a little difficult to get student engagement at first, because of the preparation work that is required of them. They do enjoy the activities and real-life situations they discuss, especially adult learners.
This is a very interesting concept. It might work well for a course that is hands-on driven. The key would be the students' motivation level and their willingness to do what is required outside the classroom in preparation for the classroom activities.
I like the idea of them getting their work done on time and if in the classroom they could ask questions if they get stuck.
I've learned that listening to the student and showing compassion is a way to help prevent student retention.
One important concept I learned from this module is the value of the flipped classroom in increasing student engagement and retention. Instead of using class time primarily for lectures, students review foundational content before class through readings or videos. Class time can then be used for active learning activities such as case studies, discussions, and problem-solving. As a nursing instructor, I plan to apply this approach by providing students with pre-class materials, such as short videos or readings about clinical concepts. During class or clinical conferences, I can focus on applying that knowledge through patient scenarios, critical thinking questions, and collaborative discussions. This method encourages students to actively participate in their learning and helps reinforce important clinical reasoning skills that are essential in nursing practice.
I have learning introducing home learning and reading, which most students do not do these days. I have also been exposed to strategies in the in-class activities like discussion, instructor facilitating, and exercises, and using summative assessments like testing, projects, and homework to evaluate students' conceptualization of learned knowledge gained.
Personalites of both students and facilitator could make or break this method.
need student to be engaged to make this work
I’ve learned that flipping the classroom approach increases engagement, encourages responsibility for learning, and gives instructors more time to support students individually. Overall, the flipped classroom promotes more active and meaningful learning.
The 3-step approach in flipping the classroom appears feasible and effective iin promoting greater srudent engagement. Furthermore, it allows the meaningful feedback and support during class time. While the benefits are evident, successful implementation requires faculty buy-in and thoughtful creativity.
Comment on Randall Rosecrans's post: I bet with a little creativity, you could adjust some things. We have a fairly set format, but I do have some things I can alter and I run with it!!
I have taught this way for years, from my middle school science classes to elementary, to my current adult Electrical classes. I am a huge fan of alternative summative assessments, than a typical exam format. So many 'kids' are test shy. How about a comic strip, short essay, power point with bullet points AND images, skit with a group, diorama......the list goes on. Putting the learning in their hands, including the students choice of demonstrating to me how much they have retained, is my strongest tool in empowering my students.
I learned the 3 steps to flipping the classroom and it seems doable and would engage students more and have feedback and help during classroom time. I see the benefits. But yes it takes buy in and creativity.
I am certain that it would help some students, it seems like it would only benefit those who already have a drive to learn. For students who have little or no self-improvement drive, I am not sure that this would provide much of an increase. They might appreciate the time spent on practical projects, but the issue is that they might not perform the external work.
We have added knowledge checks , interactives and other outside sources to our courses and I do see a difference in grades overall for the better.
