In my American Government class yesterday, students were reviewing the structure of the Constitution, when the topic of amending the Constitution came up.I took that opportunity to discuss with my students the extremely detailed and complex methods through which the Constitution can be amended.I drew a chart on the board, the students created a chart in their notes, and we talked about how the ... Read More about Flippin’ Classroom Update: Proof that this works!
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Flipped Classroom: In-Class or Out-of-Class Videos
Well folks, it is safe to say that I have completely and totally jumped into the flipped classroom model. I am officially on the bandwagon. In fact, I'm so much in love with the concept that I can't imagine reverting to the sage on the stage model I previously used!Using the flipped classroom model, I am free to actually help students understand concepts that are addressed in our class. I can help ... Read More about Flipped Classroom: In-Class or Out-of-Class Videos
The Flipped Classroom: Selling the Concept to Students
As we race toward the a new school year, I am excited to begin my flipped classroom journey. Excited...and a little apprehensive.Why apprehensive you ask? I'm worried that my students will be reluctant to jump on board the flipped classroom train! Whew...I said it. ;)Since the flipped classroom concept is likely to be completely foreign to my students...as it is to many...I have this feeling that ... Read More about The Flipped Classroom: Selling the Concept to Students
2 Things I DON’T Like About Google Classroom
Yes, you read the title correctly. After my last post discussed many of the wonderful aspects of Google's Classroom, namely being able to distribute documents to my students without having to run scripts, it may sound strange that there are at least two things I DO NOT like!Before I begin, I must admit that I was almost expecting Classroom to drop down from the heavens in a nice, pretty package ... Read More about 2 Things I DON’T Like About Google Classroom
Stoplight Flipped Learning Activity
Looking for another flipped video activity? Check out my Stoplight Assignment!This is a Google Doc, so it can be easily embedded into your class website, sent to your students assignment folders using Doctopus, or simply shared with your students.The first section of the Stoplight Activity provides the students with note-taking space. If you'd like to adjust the space available, or add a skeletal ... Read More about Stoplight Flipped Learning Activity