Altering the Flipped Classroom to Create a Blended Learning Environment By Lisa Manross, Ed.D. Today we are here to talk with you about the flipped classroom and our experiences using technology in the classroom to create a blended learning environment. We are not experts by any means but have had some experiences that span from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade.

Why a flipped classroom? Research states…… Flipped Classes provide opportunities for students to become self-directed learners Self-directed learners become more successful in college Self-directed learners also become life-long learners This is where I began my journey with the flipped classroom. I researched quite a bit and liked the positives of the flipped class. I loved the idea of more time on my hands with the students. So I began finding videos, creating unit maps, and began to find my way of teaching through using a flipped class.

The Good…... Students enjoyed watching videos for homework Students were engaged and built a strong community with each other The students became self-regulated and self-directed Saved time, more interaction with students

The Struggles…... Technology was technology Students who did not have internet did not have the same advantages of other students Students would come in early to watch videos but that wasn’t always an option Students without internet access got behind in class

Traditional Flipped vs. Altered Flipped Classroom * students watch videos at home * project based learning occurs in the classroom * students must have access to the internet Altered Flipped Classroom * students watch videos in the classroom * project based learning occurs in the classroom * students do not need access to the internet at home

What does an altered Flip look like? Unit Plans My Classroom Website Dropbox Recording data and information

Organizing and Grouping

What it looks like in the classroom…..

More Classroom Views

Student Opinions….. Jonathan Laura

What tools can you use to flip your class in an alternate way?

How can K-5 students use digital tools? Students can create digital products and keep a digital portfolio of products. Students can create videos of understanding of concepts and present them. Students are able to re-watch videos to clarify information.

What resources are available for the flipped model? Websites: Educreations Go QR Me Edmodo Vimeo Brain POP Learnzillion One Note Google Drive/ Google Docs

There’s an App for that! Aurasma Haiku Deck Inigma Infuse Learning Toontastic Little Bird Tales Animoto Educreations iMovie Pic Collage

Questions: Twitter: @ManrossClass Email: lisa.manross@henry.k12.ga.us