The Benefits, Drawbacks, and Challenges of Using the Flipped Classroom in an Introduction to Psychology Course

Flipped pedagogy has become a popular approach in education. While preliminary research suggests that the flipped classroom has a positive effect on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and quantitative courses, the research on the flipped classroom in a content heavy social...

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Published in:Teaching of psychology 2017-07, Vol.44 (3), p.183-192
Main Authors: Roehling, Patricia V., Root Luna, Lindsey M., Richie, Fallon J., Shaughnessy, John J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Barriers
Blended Learning
Classroom Techniques
Classrooms
Curricula
Delivery Systems
Flipped classroom
Instructional Effectiveness
Introductory Courses
Likert Scales
Performance Factors
Predictor Variables
Preferences
Psychology
Statistical Analysis
Student Attitudes
Student Characteristics
Student Experience
Teaching
Teaching Methods
Undergraduate Students
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Summary:Flipped pedagogy has become a popular approach in education. While preliminary research suggests that the flipped classroom has a positive effect on learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and quantitative courses, the research on the flipped classroom in a content heavy social science course is minimal and contradictory. We flipped four class topics in an introduction to psychology course, evaluated resulting student attitudes, and compared students’ performance on the flipped units to their performance on traditionally delivered content. We found mixed results for the effectiveness of the flipped classroom that were moderated by student characteristics and experiences with previous online or flipped courses. Students reported an overall preference for traditional classroom delivery but suggested retaining the flipped approach for some class periods.
ISSN:0098-6283
1532-8023
DOI:10.1177/0098628317711282