purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of traditional and flipped course delivery methods using a mixed-methods switching replications design. To examine the benefits, shortcomings, perceptions, and academic results of the flipped classroom model while using technology as a supporting tool, a traditional high school computer applications course was “flipped” so that direct instruction occurred prior to class time. Classroom instruction is the independent variable with two levels, traditional and flipped. Student academic achievement is a dependent variable, which in theory will show greater gains by students when participating in the more effective of the two classroom models. The cognitive level of questions asked by students and teachers during class serves as a dependent variable that will gauge the level of student cognition based on the levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy. Perceptions of course format serve as a dependent variable that will provide insight into teacher and student preferences of learning method.
It was hypothesized that students in the computer applications class would benefit from the flipped method due to the transitioning of class time from lower-level activities to collaborative group work. Even though our results do not support this hypothesis, the current study does provide insight into further research on the topic as well as observations in relation to our findings.