Dr. Bill Brantley, PMPApril 19, 2013

Using Canvas to Support the Flipped Classroom

Why Use the Flipped Classroom Model

ENCE 424 – Project Management Communications

• Class meets once a week for two-and-half hours• Usually 100 students in the class• Not enough time for all of the students to give

individual presentations in order to apply and sharpen their communication skills.

• I wanted to increase the number of opportunities for students to practice communication skills

The Course Redesign

• Divided class into three shifts of 30 to 35 students

• Lectures moved online (“Reading Notes”)• Online weekly discussions

(Reflection/Prime)• Four individual speeches• In-class small group discussions or

activities

Structuring the Course

Reading Notes

Online Discussions

In-Class Exercises

Individual Speech

Speed Grader

Lessons Learned• More chances for students to practice

communication skills both through individual speeches and in-class meetings

• More evidence that students are completing and comprehending the readings

• More enthusiasm for the class as evidenced by engagement in the in-class meetings and the online discussions

• Better class attendance as students can attend a different shift when needed

• Measurable improvement in students’ communication skills

Dr. Bill Brantley, PMPbill@billbrantley.com

Questions?Thank You!