Overview: The “Flipped Classroom” originated in 2007 at Rocky Mountain High School in Colorado, USA. Simply put, this pedagogical approach reverses the traditional sequence of “in-class lecture followed by homework.” Conversely, the teacher first provides videos, reading materials, or brief explanations for students to engage with before class, so they arrive having already grasped the basic concepts. Class time is then devoted to discussion, hands-on activities, problem-solving, and interaction so that students can truly “apply” their knowledge. This approach promotes active learning and makes it easier for teachers to monitor each student’s level of understanding.
Description: The Flipped Classroom is especially suitable for subjects that require application, hands-on practice, and discussion. Whenever a course needs “practice,” “interaction,” or “concept deepening,” this method can dramatically improve learning outcomes. Faculty at our university are also encouraged to digitize content that would otherwise be delivered through lecture, giving students ample resources for pre-class preparation. We warmly invite you to give it a try!