Title: 'That's a wrap': overcoming obstacles for successful video design in flipped classes

Authors: Kevin Yee; Christina M. Partin

Addresses: University of South Florida, 4202 East Fowler Avenue, ALN185, Tampa, FL 33620, USA ' University of South Florida, 4202 East Fowler Avenue, CPR107, Tampa, FL 33620, USA

Abstract: The flipped classroom offers benefits for students, faculty, and institutions. Yet, there are obstacles which sometimes prevent implementation of this pedagogical model. This article reviews existing literature and the authors' experiences to suggest that there are four common challenges which impede on the process of flipping a classroom. These barriers include: the time commitment, a lack of institutional support, fear of technology, and budgetary constraints. Overcoming these barriers is essential to successfully flipping a classroom, particularly in the area of video design. The authors review existing literature and offer suggestions for improving best practices to overcome these barriers and create a positive experience for students, instructors, and institutions. Specifically, we aim to offer suggestions for best practices in video design for a successful flipped classroom experience.

Keywords: flipped classroom; video design; challenges; barriers; implementation; time commitment; institutional support; fear of technology; budgetary constraints; best practice.

DOI: 10.1504/IJSMILE.2014.067640

International Journal of Social Media and Interactive Learning Environments, 2014 Vol.2 No.4, pp.393 - 404

Received: 03 Jan 2014
Accepted: 08 May 2014

Published online: 07 Mar 2015 *

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