Topic Analysis of Messages Posted in Flipped Learning Network between 2012-2014

Abstract

For the past decade, we have witnessed numerous instructional models and technological applications come and gone with great anticipation. Still, teachers are struggling to motivate and engage students for meaningful learning. Now many researchers and practitioners take notice of an alternative instructional model called “flipped learning.” In this model, instead of delivering direct instruction, teachers make lessons available to students in advance and invest their time and efforts to actively engage students and provide them with individualized support during the class. Flipped Learning Network (FLN) is an online community of practice that provides the knowledge, skills, and resources to successfully implement the flipped learning model. By 2013, its members have grown to over 12,000 educators worldwide and they exchange ideas and resources using the FLN discussion boards. The purpose of this study was to analyze the messages posted by members of FLN between 2012 and 2014 and to propose research agenda related to flipped learning.