HyFlex Classroom
HyFlex (Hybrid Flexible) is a model of instruction that combines in-person, online and blended instruction, providing students with the flexibility to choose how they want to engage with the course content and instruction. It's a way to allow students to have more control over their learning experience while maintaining a level of interaction and collaboration.
This allows instructors to engage and interact with students more intently during the live class session. These active or hands-on interactions may include debates, in-class projects/simulations, problem solving, and collaborative assignments.
The following steps are general guidelines for implementing HyFlex instruction:
- Clearly communicate the options and expectations: Clearly communicate the different options available to students and the expectations for participation and engagement in each option.
- Provide synchronous and asynchronous elements: Provide synchronous and asynchronous elements that allow students to engage with course content and instruction in a way that works best for them.
- Provide flexibility in assessment and evaluation: Provide flexibility in assessment and evaluation that allows students to demonstrate their understanding of the material in a way that works best for them.
- Provide flexibility in attendance: Provide flexibility in attendance, allowing students to attend class in person, remotely or a combination of both.
- Provide opportunities for interaction and collaboration: Provide opportunities for interaction and collaboration, whether it is in person or online, to foster a sense of community and engagement.
- Use technology to facilitate flexibility: Use technology to facilitate flexibility by providing online resources and tools that allow students to access course content and instruction at any time.
- Continuously evaluate and adjust: Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the HyFlex approach by gathering feedback from students and making adjustments as needed.
It's important to note that the HyFlex model of instruction can be challenging to implement, and it may require additional planning, preparation and resources. However, when done correctly, it can provide a more personalized and engaging learning experience for students.
GSU has several HyFlex classrooms on campus. Please be sure to attend a HyFlex workshop and/or reach out to the Center for Teaching & Learning with assistance in facilitating in the hyflex modality.
Flipped Classroom
The flipped classroom is a teaching strategy that reverses the traditional classroom model by which instructors may share or deliver preparatory work or class content before class. Faculty may share recorded lectures, video presentations, guided readings before class (using the Blackboard LMS or other technology).
This allows instructors to engage and interact with students more intently during the live class session. These active or hands-on interactions may include debates, in-class projects/simulations, problem solving, and collaborative assignments.
Using the flipped classroom model allows students to apply what they have learned, ask questions, and receive immediate feedback from their instructor and peers.
How do I flip my classroom?
You may choose to start with concepts that are typically difficult for students to grasp.
- Create a video or pre-recorded lecture and advise students to view at their own pace, but before the scheduled class time.
- Assign readings, quizzes, and other preparatory materials students can complete before class.
- Plan active learning activities to complete in class: group discussions, student presentations, and Q&A sessions
- Provide time for students to reflect on the course concepts by incorporating written journals, reflective papers, or other formative assessments.
- Students should be able to access all materials (recorded lectures and other materials) in the Blackboard LMS for later review