The following frequently asked questions provide insights on how to manage GSIs in a flipped classroom, best practices for managing student resistance, and a host of additional concerns commonly expressed by faculty.
What happens during the discussion section if the “lecture time” is used primarily for these in-class activities?
What is the role of graduate student instructorsin a flipped classroom?
How do you handle student resistance to this pedagogy?
I’m an English professor. Isn’t the “flipped classroom” just a trendy term for what my humanities colleagues and I have been doing for years?
How can you plan a flipped classroom session that may not negatively impact quieter students?
Are there campus resources for creating podcasts/webcasts?
Yes. If you are affiliated with LSA, the Technology ServicesMedia Center can help, andthe Duderstadt Center can provide space and support to anyone on campus. Both units can provide space and support to record your video or audio podcasts. There are two resources that might be of particular interest: the Video Studio and the Recording Booth in the GroundWorks Studio.
1. Video Studio
This was the studio they used for all the initial U-M Coursera courses, and it is particularly useful if you would want to appear on screen yourself. High quality video and audio products come out of this facility. The presentation screen has an annotation screen so that slides can be annotated/drawn on easily. The idea behind the room is that you do a take using the software they have (Wirecast) and it is ready to upload when you leave. To get access to it you need to do a training session: Media Training, [email protected], 763-6531).
2. Recording Booth in the GroundWorks Studio
This facility has high quality microphones and computers that run Camtasia. It is particularly ideal for screencasts. There is a video camera, but the video studio has more professional setup. They do training on using the booth at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. The booth is a reservable room. The Groundworks staff know a lot about Camtasia and can provide support if you hit any difficulties. This might be a good option for trying out making a few screencasts with support.