The "Flip"

Throughout the school year, we will be experimenting with the idea of the "flipped" classroom on a semi-regular basis. Many educators are experimenting with this model across the country with much success. You are probably asking yourself, "what is a flipped classroom?" Simply put, direct instruction (i.e. lectures, etc.) are given outside of class in the form of online videos and presentations during the time usually set aside for homework. In the flipped classroom, class time is set aside for activities, project-based learning, and other assignments. This allows the teacher to become more of a facilitator in the process of mastering content. Accommodations will be made for students with limited or no internet access. I've attached an infographic as well as a couple of videos detailing the idea of a flipped classroom. Please remember, we will be implementing this slowly but it is my goal for it to become a regular practice for this class. Thanks!

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Welcome!

First of all, welcome to my blog. I will update this page regularly with important class information regularly throughout the school year. We are going to have an awesome year. I've attached my syllabus below. If you need to get in touch with me, please feel free to email me with any concerns. Thanks! 5th Grade Social Studies Syllabus 2013-2014