Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Flipped Teaching Reaction
I have not tried a lesson (problem with link and not enough time now) yet, but I actually wanted to try this before taking this class. I think the ideal application is subject areas where the content requires difficult problem solving such as math or science. I think it would be very valuable for teachers to have time with their students to work thru difficult materials during practice. I think this could help you find lost instructional time by not being constrained by the bell. Sometimes we would love to have an extra set amount of time to complete a difficult lesson. By having the students view the lesson at home it would give you more time to accomplish this. There are many places to find instructional content. In my areas we could use our textbooks and other sites such as WOH or the CDC.
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I think I already do "flip" my classes in a way by requiring my students to read before we discuss a topic. Now I know this doesn't always involve technology, but as a history teacher, I have always had students read first before we clarify and extend our lessons in class. I see the value of many flipped lessons in math and science; however, I have heard math and science students be totally confused when watching a lecture at home ... then they know they are to ask questions at school, but some are lost. What about the student responsibility piece. I have many students who choose not to do the homework - or to preview the materials. Then what? I still have to teach it to them. Just something to think about.
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