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Description:
Flip (formerly Flipgrid) is a free interactive video discussion platform where educators can create online groups for students to express their ideas asynchronously in short video, text, and audio messages (Edwards, 2021). It allows teachers to create "grids" to facilitate video discussions among students (Edwards, 2021). Each grid is like a message board where teachers can pose questions, and their students can post video responses that appear in a tiled grid display. Grids can be shared with classes, small groups, or any collection of users interested in a common strand of questions. The grids can have an unlimited number of topics and each topic can hold an unlimited number of responses (Edwards, 2021). Topics can be text-based or include a resource such as an image, video, emoji, or attachment. Student responses via Flip can be done with any camera-enabled device or by uploading a previously recorded video (Edwards, 2021).
Implementation in the Classroom:
The visual nature and free platform that Flip offers make it a great tool to implement in the classroom. An English class could use flip to allow students to analyze and discuss specific themes in a novel. Educators can create a Flip topic which will act as the prompt question and then have students share their thoughts on specific characters, places, or overall themes, which will supplement their answers. Each student will do so by recording a brief video response anywhere between 15 seconds to five minutes. Students would be supporting their ideas with evidence from the text, however, have the freedom to express themselves in a visual manner (Kleftodimos & Triantafillidou, 2022). Teachers can then also allow students to record replies to classmates' responses as a form of peer feedback (Kiles et al., 2020), with guidelines such as providing 2 stars and a wish.
How the tool enhances student learning:
Research has shown that incorporating multimedia tools like Flip into the learning environment can enhance student engagement and deepen understanding (Learning, 2023). It helps students develop effective communication skills, including articulating thoughts, providing constructive feedback, and active listening. It can be useful specifically for those who are English language learners (ELL) as it allows them to take their time and re-record their video as many times as they want, whereas during a live presentation, this is not possible. The tool promotes student engagement as a whole given that the platform provides an opportunity for all students, including those who may be shy or hesitant to speak in class, to participate in discussions (Learning, 2023). Video communication through Flip provides advantages over written communication by incorporating verbal, visual, and tonal cues, fostering engagement among students (Kiles et al., 2020). Students can also enhance their learning by engaging in self-reflection given the valuable feedback they receive from instructors or peers (Kiles et al., 2020). This process allows them to analyze and improve their oral communication skills and fosters metacognition. Flip can also serve as an effective tool for formative assessment (Kleftodimos & Triantafillidou, 2022), given that it allows students to demonstrate their understanding of course concepts through oral presentations. In addition, a benefit of this platform over written assignments is it helps to cut down on academic dishonesty while also giving critical insights into a student's oral communication abilities.
References
Edwards, L. (2021, April 19). What is Flipgrid and How Does it Work for Teachers and Students? TechLearningMagazine; Tech & Learning. https://www.techlearning.com/how-to/what-is-flipgrid-and-how-does-it-work-for-teachers-and-students
Howfinity. (2021). How to Use Flipgrid as a Teacher. In YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2S1CSY0KiGk
Kiles, T. M., Vishenchuk, J., & Hohmeier, K. (2020). Implementation of Flipgrid as a Self-Reflection Tool for Student Engagement– A Pilot Study. INNOVATIONS in Pharmacy, 11(4), 15. https://doi.org/10.24926/iip.v11i4.3340
Kleftodimos, A., & Triantafillidou, A. (2022). The use of the Video Platform FlipGrid for Practicing Science Oral Communication. TechTrends. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-022-00801-1
Learning, E. L. M. (2023, May 16). Multimedia in eLearning: Why it Matters. ELM Learning. https://elmlearning.com/blog/multimedia-learning-enhances-engagement/#:~:text=By%20presenting%20content%20using%20different
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