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Standard IV C is applying multiple methods of evaluaton to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity (Wiliamson & Redish, 2009). One technology resource which bears some evaluation is the flipped clssroom model. I don't recall hearing about the flipped classroom model during my Educational Technology Leadership courses, but I was intrigued by the concept when I first learned of it. In an article in Forbes Magazine, Gobry (2012) explains that a flipped classroom is one in which the teacher records video lectures and posts them online rather than delivering them in class, Students view the videos on their home computer or mobile devices, then use class time for actively working on assignments, rather than sitting through lectures. Basically, it is "flipped" becuase activities traditionally done as homework are done in class, while the lecture, which was traditionally done in class is viewed at home. The advantages are that class time is freed up for more one on one instruction; students can watch the lectures as many times as necessary to understand; and parents have access to the same material their kids are seeing, so that they can be more involved.

The problem is that all students do not have access to internet at home; and some critics argue that kids don't need any more time in front of a computer screen (Gobry, 2012).

After learning more about this model, I visited with an english teacher who was frustrated that students sometmes didn't even read the book assigned. Instead, they learned everything from her lectures. I suggested that she look into the flipped model. She could either record her lecture, or find great ones online. Classtime could be spent on activities that would force students to actually open the book and read it.

So if she decides to use this model, should she record her own lecture? Should she require online discussion? Should she find YouTube lectures? There is so much to learn. I am willing to help get the ball rolling for her, if she just says the word....

References

Gobry, P. (December 11, 2012).What is the flipped classroom model and why is it aazing? (With Iifographic). //Forbes//. Retrieved on May 10, 2013 from []

Williamson, J. & Redish, T. (2009). I // STE's technology facilitation and leadership standards: What every K-12 leader should know and be able to do //. Eugene, Or: International Society for Technology in Education.