What is it about?

How does a hybrid-flipped model utilizing videos impact learning? We offset seat time by utilizing lecture capture videos. We found no significant differences in near- and far-transfer of learning (e.g., factual recall and application). Suggestions and lessons learned are described, and we provided a comprehensive summary of flipped learning research.

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Why is it important?

Flipped learning is popular - but is it effective, considering the time and cost involved to implement the model?

Perspectives

This is an interesting study, and a unique take on the flipped model. We offset seat time for the flipped section, meaning that students met less face-to-face than the traditional section but had more opportunity for problem solving and instructor interaction. We found no significant differences in near- and far-transfer of learning, but surmise that lack of video watching may be to blame. We also found that smaller classes and the ability to choose this type of class (rather than having this format as the only option for students) is important. We summarized the flipped learning literature, as this is still a young body of research and such a summary was needed to get a handle on what researchers are finding - and it's a mixed bag.

Mr. David J Harrison
University of Nevada Reno

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This page is a summary of: Assessing the effectiveness of a hybrid-flipped model of learning on fluid mechanics instruction: overall course performance, homework, and far- and near-transfer of learning, European Journal of Engineering Education, August 2016, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1080/03043797.2016.1218826.
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