About Mr. Landry's Class

What is a Flipped Classroom?

The flipped classroom is a pedagogical model in which the typical lecture and homework elements of a course are reversed. Short video lectures are viewed by students at home before the class session, while in-class time is devoted to exercises, projects, or discussions.

In a traditional lecture, students often try to capture what is being said at the instant the speaker says it. They cannot stop to reflect upon what is being said, and they may miss signifcant points because they are trying to transcribe the instructor’s words. By contrast, the use of video and other prerecorded media puts lectures under the control of the students: they can watch, rewind, and fast-forward as needed.

This ability may be of particular value to students with accessibility concerns, especially where captions are provided for those with hearing impairments. Lectures that can be viewed more than once may also help those for whom English is not their first language. Devoting class time to exploring concepts gives students a better opportunity to explore ideas in a deeper, more meaningful way in a class. At the same time, collaborative projects can encourage social interaction among students, making it easier for them to learn from one another and for those of varying skill levels to support their peers.

By exploring real-world challenges, solving problems and participating in group discussions, student are learning skills that will help them in every aspect of their lives. Our classroom puts the students at the center of learning and the teacher becomes the guide to help them learn how to critically think through any problem or challenge that they face.