Abstract

To examine the impact of a hybrid-flipped model utilising active learning techniques, the researchers inverted one section of an undergraduate fluid mechanics course, reduced seat time, and engaged in active learning sessions in the classroom. We compared this model to the traditional section on four performance measures. We employed a propensity score method entailing a two-stage regression analysis that considered eight covariates to address the potential bias of treatment selection. First, we estimated the probability score based on the eight covariates, and second, we used the inverse of the probability score as a regression weight on the performance of learners who did not select into the hybrid course. Results suggest that enrolment in the hybrid-flipped section had a marginally significant negative impact on the total course score and a significant negative impact on homework performance, possibly because of poor video usage by the hybrid-flipped learners. Suggested considerations are also discussed.

Citation

Harrison, D.J., Saito, L., Markee, N. & Herzog, S. (2017). Assessing the Effectiveness of a Hybrid-Flipped Model of Learning on Fluid Mechanics Instruction: Overall Course Performance, Homework, and Far- and Near-Transfer of Learning. European Journal of Engineering Education, 42(6), 712-728. Retrieved September 28, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/189056/.

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Keywords

• active learning
• blended learning
• Comparative Analysis
• Conventional Instruction
• Homework
• Instructional Effectiveness
• Mechanics (Physics)
• Probability
• Regression (Statistics)
• Science Achievement
• Science Instruction
• Statistical Analysis
• Transfer of Training
• undergraduate students