Arab World English Journal (AWEJ) Volume 12. Number4   December 2021                                          Pp. 476-486
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/vol12no4.31

Full Paper PDF

Assessment of Flipped Learning as an Innovative Method of Teaching English: A Case Study 

Natalia Ivanytska
Department of Foreign Philology and Translation, Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv
National University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia, Ukraine 

Larysa Dovhan
Department of Foreign Philology and Translation, Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv
National University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia, Ukraine 

Nataliia Tymoshchuk
Department of Foreign Philology and Translation, Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv
National University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia, Ukraine 

Olga Osaulchyk
Department of Foreign Philology and Translation, Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv
National University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia, Ukraine
Corresponding Author: aulolga55@gmail.com

 Nataliia Havryliuk
Department of Foreign Philology and Translation, Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv
National University of Trade and Economics, Vinnytsia, Ukraine

 

Received: 9/20/2021                 Accepted: 12/1/2021                 Published:12/15/2021

 

Abstract:
The article aims to assess the efficiency of flipped learning as one of the most up-to-date methods when teaching English for the EFL students in Ukraine. The significance of the study bases on the necessity to implement advanced teaching practices during the COVID-19 pandemic since online learning requires constructive changes in the traditional system of education. It is necessary to shift from the direct knowledge transfer to searching and cognition of new information by students, to change the teacher’s role to being ‘a facilitator’ and organizer of various academic activities. The article outlines the main characteristics of flipped learning, including flexibility, individualization, differentiation, and opportunities for students to learn at any place or time. The contribution of this research is to estimate new experiences of University students due to flipped learning implementation. It was achieved due to analyzing responses to the survey-based questionnaire of 48 learners and 23 teachers of the Department of Foreign Philology and Translation of Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics, evaluation of students’ performance, attendance, and attitude to the study. In order to verify results of the research, a descriptive statistical and analytical method was applied. The study results reveal that implementation of flipped learning made the educational process more effective and innovative as it improved students’ progress in language learning performance, increased their motivation and involvement, and made them more interested in learning English.
Keywords: assessment, effective implementation, facilitator of the learning process, flipped learning, innovative teaching method, Learning Management System, Ukraine’s EFL students

Cite as: Ivanytska, N., Dovhan, l., Tymoshchuk, N. , Osaulchyk, O.,&  Havryliuk, N. (2021). Assessment of Flipped Learning as an Innovative Method of Teaching English: A Case Study.  Arab World English Journal, 12 (4) 476-486.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/vol12no4.31

References

Abdullah, M. Y., Hussin, S., & Kemboja, I. (2021). Does Flipped Classroom Model Affect EFL Learners’ Anxiety in English Speaking Performance? International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning, 16(1), 94-108. http:/doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v16i01.16955

Abdullah, M. Y., Hussin, S., & Ismail, K. (2019). Implementation of flipped classroom model and its effectiveness on English speaking performance. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (IJET), 14(09), 130. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v14i09.10348

Afrilyasanti, R., Cahyono, B. Y., & Astuti, U. P. (2017). Indonesian EFL students’ perceptions on the implementation of flipped classroom model. Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 8(3), 476. https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.0803.05

Al-Harbi, S.S, & Alshumaimeri, Y. A. (2016). The Flipped Classroom Impact in Grammar Class on EFL Saudi Secondary School Students’ Performances and Attitudes. English Language Teaching, 9(10), 60-80. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/elt.v9n10p60

Arslan, A. (2020). A systematic review on flipped learning in teaching English as a foreign or second language. Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 16(2), 775-797. http://doi.org/ 10.17263/jlls.759300

Bane, J. (2014). Flipped By Design: Flipping the Classroom Through Instructional Design. Ohio: The Ohio State University.

Basal, A. (2015). The Implementation of a Flipped Classroom in Foreign Language Teaching. Turkish Education Online Journal of Distance -TOJDE, 16(4), 28-37.  https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.72185

Bergmann, J., & Sams, A. (2012). Flip your Classroom: Reach Every Student in Every Class Every Day Jonathan. International Society for Technology in Education. Washington DC: International Society for Technology in Education World.

Bezzazi, R. (2019). Learning English Grammar Through Flipped Learning. The Asian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 6, 170-184.

Chatta, B. S., & Haque, M. I. (2020). Improving Paragraph Writing Skills of Saudi EFL University Students Using Flipped Classroom Instruction. Arab World English Journal (AWEJ). Special Issue on CALL, 6, 228- 247. https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/call6.15

Chen, Y., Wang, Y., & Chen, N. S. (2014). Is FLIP enough? Or should we use the FLIPPED model instead? Computers & Education, 79, 16-27. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2014.07.004

Choe, E., & Seong, M. H. (2016). A Case Study of the Flipped Classroom in a Korean University General English Course. Journal of Pan-Pacific Association of Applied Linguistics, 20(2), 71-93.

Hamdani, M. (2019). Effectiveness of Flipped Classroom (FC) Method on the Development of English language learning of the high School Students in Ahwaz. International Journal of Applied Linguistics & English Literature, 8(2), 12-20.

iFLIP Project (2017). Adult Learners Needs Analysis Report. Survey Results and Conclusions. Retrieved from http://projectiflip.eu/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ifLIP_IO2_Adult-Learners-needs-analysis-report.pdf

Ivanytska, N., Tymoshchuk, N., Dovhan, L., Osaulchyk, O., & Havryliuk, N. (2021). Effectiveness of digital resources in the learning management system within online education of future entrepreneurs. Journal of Entrepreneurship Education, 24(4). 1-8. Retrieved from:  https://www.abacademies.org/articles/effectiveness-of-digital-resources-in-the-learning-management-system-within-online-education-of-future-entrepreneurs-10533.html

Konoplianyk, L., & Melnykova, K. (2019). Application of the “flipped classroom” technology when teaching a professional foreign language. Bulletin of the National Aviation University. Series: Pedagogy. Psychology, 2(15), 38-45.

Li, H., & Zhang, Y. (2016). Application of Flipped Classroom in Medical Oral English Teaching. Eighth International Conference on Measuring Technology and Mechatronics Automation (ICMTMA), 11-12 March, 105-108. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICMTMA.2016.34

Mahalli, Nurkamto J., Mujiyanto, J. & Yuliasri, I. (2019). The Implementation of Station Rotation and Flipped Classroom Models of Blended Learning in EFL. Learning. English Language Teaching, 12(12), 23-29. DOI:10.5539/elt.v12n12p23

Qader, R.O., & Arslan, F.Y. (2019). The Effect of Flipped Classroom Instruction in Writing: A Case Study with Iraqi EFL Learners. Teaching English with Technology, 19(1), 36-55.

  • Rajesh, M. (2015). Revolution in communication technologies: impact on distance education. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education-TOJDE, 16(1), 62-88.

Rakic, S., Tasic, N, Marjanovic, U., Softic, S., Lüftenegger, E. & Turcin, I. (2020). Student Performance on an E-Learning Platform: Mixed Method Approach. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET). 15(2), 187-203. DOI:10.3991/ijet.v15i02.11646

Saitta, E., Morrison, B., Waldrop, J., & Bowdon, M. (2016). Introduction: Joining the Flipped Classroom Conversation. In J. Waldrop, & M. Bowdon (Eds.). Best Practices for Flipping the College Classroom (pp. 1-16). New York: Routledge.

Santikarn, B., & Wichadee, S., (2018). Flipping the Classroom for English Language Learners: A Study of Learning Performance and Perceptions. iJET. 13(9), 123-135.

Strayer, J. (2012). How learning in an inverted classroom influences
cooperation, innovation and task orientation. Learning Environments Research, 15(2), 171-193. Doi:10.1007/s10984-012-9108-4

Thaichay, T., & Sitthitikul, P. (2016). Effects of the flipped classroom instruction on language accuracy and learning environment: A case study of Thai EFL upper-secondary school students. Rangsit Journal of Educational Studies, 3(2), 35-64.

Thoo, A. C., Hang, S. P., Lee, Y. L., & Tan, L. C. (2021). Students’ Satisfaction Using E-Learning as a Supplementary Tool. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning, 16(15), 16-31. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v16i15.23925

Webb, M., & Doman, E. (2016). Does the Flipped Classroom Lead to Increased Gains on Learning Outcomes in ESL/EFL Contexts. CATESOL Journal, 28(1), 39-67.

Wu, W.C. V., Chen, H. J. S., & Yang, J. C. (2017). Creating an Online Learning Community in a Flipped Classroom to Enhance EFL Learners’ Oral Proficiency. Educational Technology & Society, 20(2), 142-157.

Yu, Z. & Wang, G. (2016). Academic Achievements and Satisfaction of the Clicker-Aided Flipped Business English Writing Class. Educational Technology & Society, 19(2), 298-312.

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Tumblr
Reddit
Email
StumbleUpon
Digg
Received: 9/20/2021
Accepted: 12/1/2021
Published: 12/15/2021
https://dx.doi.org/10.24093/awej/vol12no4.31

Natalia Ivanytska, Doctor of Philology, Professor, Head of the Department of Foreign Philology and Translation of Vinnytsia Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics. Her academic interest is in the field of philology, social communication, and e-learning. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9925-1285

Larysa Dovhan is a Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor. She teaches English for Specific Purposes, English for Professional Purposes, and Professional Communication in English. Scientific interests are as follows: innovative teaching methods and practices, e-learning, blended learning. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4742-6570

Nataliia Tymoshchuk is a Candidate of Sciences (Philology), Associate Professor. Her main teaching courses are English for Professional Purposes, Professional Communication in English. Scientific interests are innovations in education, e-learning, mind-mapping, flipped classroom, methodology of teaching foreign languages, blended learning. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5638-5825

Olga Osaulchyk is a Candidate of Sciences (Pedagogy), Associate Professor, is a teacher of foreign languages (English and German). Scientific interests: innovations in education, creative potential development, mindmapping, flipped classrooms, methodology of teaching foreign languages. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4933-0652

Natalia Havryliuk is Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor. Her professional orientation is mostly connected with monitoring projective techniques in teaching English, comparative pedagogy, theory and practice of translation, innovative technologies and methods of teaching English, e-learning, distance learning. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6031-7777