The Flipped Classroom in Orthodontic Residency Programs
Abstract
Re-examining dental education curriculum and methods is an ongoing process dating back to the original transformative Gies report in 19261. A more recent look concludes that dental education is at a crossroads and new models of dental education are required 2. Traditional lectures, while proven to be successful at conveying information are no longer seen as the most effective or efficient models3. Todays students benefit from collaborative learning and respond better to videos and interactive formats than traditional book reading4. In addition, millennials reared on technology throughout their education have less tolerance for traditional lectures5. Currently there is a movement throughout graduate health professions education to promote active student-centered learning that incorporates application of material to solve problems through group interactions 6. One such model of active learning that has risen in popularity of the last several years due to its appeal to the millennial learner is called the flipped classroom (FC) model. The FC model is a pedagogical approach in which learning materials, typically pre-recorded videos, are reviewed independently out side of class time. This allows the class time to be used for application of the learned material through case-based learning, small group discussion or hands-on activities7. Thus, the traditional lecture and homework elements are flipped. While there are a number of different interpretations of the FC model and ways to implement the practice, O'Flaherty proposed three core defining features: provide content in advance, ensure educator awareness of learner understanding, and a focus on higher-order learning during in-class time8. The FC model can be seen in K-12 education with the popularity of the Khan academy9. Prober was the first to propose the FC model could be equally effective in Graduate Medical Education10.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 30, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1182697
Entities
People
- Gregory M. Gittleman
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences