COURSE OVERVIEW:
Welcome to the course on Flipped Classroom Techniques in English Teaching. This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to implement flipped classroom techniques in English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS). Through this course, you will explore the pedagogical foundations, planning strategies, and effective implementation methods for flipped learning, ensuring a dynamic and engaging learning environment for your students. Each section will be complemented with examples to illustrate the concepts and techniques discussed.
We begin with an introduction to the flipped classroom, providing an overview of flipped learning and its history and evolution. You will learn about the benefits of the flipped classroom model in ELICOS, including enhanced student engagement and improved learning outcomes.
Pedagogical foundations are crucial for understanding the theoretical underpinnings of flipped learning. This section covers the theoretical frameworks that support flipped learning, constructivist approaches in flipped classrooms, and how to align flipped learning with ELICOS objectives.
Planning and designing a flipped classroom involves identifying learning objectives and outcomes, structuring the flipped classroom schedule, and developing comprehensive lesson plans for flipped learning. This section provides practical guidance on how to create an effective flipped classroom environment.
Creating effective pre-class materials is essential for successful flipped learning. You will explore the types of pre-class materials, best practices for creating engaging video content, and the tools and technologies available for developing pre-class resources.
Implementing in-class activities focuses on interactive and collaborative learning. This section covers problem-solving and critical thinking exercises, language practice through group work and discussions, and strategies for making in-class activities engaging and productive.
Assessment and feedback are critical for monitoring and supporting student progress. You will learn about formative and summative assessments in flipped learning, how to provide effective feedback on pre-class work, and assessing student engagement and participation.
Student preparation and motivation are key to the success of the flipped classroom model. This section covers strategies to prepare students for flipped learning, techniques to motivate and engage students, and how to address resistance and challenges.
Differentiating instruction ensures that all students' learning needs are met. You will explore how to cater to diverse learning styles, personalise learning experiences, and support English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) students in flipped classrooms.
Classroom management in a flipped setting involves establishing classroom norms and expectations, managing group dynamics and interactions, and addressing behavioural issues. This section provides strategies for maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
Evaluating the flipped classroom model is essential for continuous improvement. You will learn how to measure student outcomes and progress, collect and analyse feedback, and reflect on and improve your instructional practices.
Cultural considerations in flipped classrooms are important for promoting inclusivity and sensitivity. This section covers understanding cultural diversity in ELICOS, adapting flipped learning to multicultural settings, and promoting inclusivity and cultural sensitivity.
Case studies and best practices offer real-world insights into flipped learning. You will explore successful flipped classroom implementations in ELICOS, lessons learned from case studies, and best practices from experienced educators.
Professional development and collaboration are vital for ongoing growth. This section covers continuous learning and skill development, collaborating with colleagues and sharing resources, and participating in professional learning communities.
Future trends in flipped learning explore emerging technologies and innovations. You will learn about predicting the evolution of flipped classrooms and preparing for the future of English teaching in ELICOS, ensuring that you stay ahead in your teaching practice.
By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively implement flipped classroom techniques in ELICOS, creating a dynamic, engaging, and effective learning environment for your students.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:
1. Introduction to Flipped Classroom
- Overview of Flipped Learning
- History and Evolution of the Flipped Classroom
- Benefits of Flipped Classroom in ELICOS
2. Pedagogical Foundations
- Theoretical Frameworks Supporting Flipped Learning
- Constructivist Approaches in Flipped Classrooms
- Aligning Flipped Learning with ELICOS Objectives
3. Planning and Designing a Flipped Classroom
- Identifying Learning Objectives and Outcomes
- Structuring the Flipped Classroom Schedule
- Developing Lesson Plans for Flipped Learning
4. Creating Effective Pre-Class Materials
- Types of Pre-Class Materials
- Best Practices for Creating Engaging Video Content
- Tools and Technologies for Developing Pre-Class Resources
5. Implementing In-Class Activities
- Interactive and Collaborative Learning Activities
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Exercises
- Language Practice Through Group Work and Discussions
6. Assessment and Feedback
- Formative and Summative Assessments in Flipped Learning
- Providing Effective Feedback on Pre-Class Work
- Assessing Student Engagement and Participation
7. Student Preparation and Motivation
- Preparing Students for the Flipped Classroom Model
- Strategies to Motivate and Engage Students
- Addressing Resistance and Challenges
8. Differentiating Instruction
- Catering to Diverse Learning Styles
- Personalising Learning Experiences
- Supporting EAL/D Students in Flipped Classrooms
9. Classroom Management in a Flipped Setting
- Establishing Classroom Norms and Expectations
- Managing Group Dynamics and Interactions
- Addressing Behavioural Issues
10. Evaluating the Flipped Classroom Model
- Measuring Student Outcomes and Progress
- Collecting and Analysing Feedback
- Reflecting and Improving Instructional Practices
11. Cultural Considerations in Flipped Classrooms
- Understanding Cultural Diversity in ELICOS
- Adapting Flipped Learning to Multicultural Settings
- Promoting Inclusivity and Cultural Sensitivity
12. Case Studies and Best Practices
- Successful Flipped Classroom Implementations in ELICOS
- Lessons Learned from Flipped Learning Case Studies
- Best Practices from Experienced Educators
13. Professional Development and Collaboration
- Continuous Learning and Skill Development
- Collaborating with Colleagues and Sharing Resources
- Participating in Professional Learning Communities
14. Future Trends in Flipped Learning
- Emerging Technologies and Innovations
- Predicting the Evolution of Flipped Classrooms
- Preparing for the Future of English Teaching in ELICOS
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
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ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.