ERIC Number: EJ1163512
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Publication Date: 2017
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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
Harrison, David J.; Saito, Laurel; Markee, Nancy; Herzog, Serge
European Journal of Engineering Education, v42 n6 p712-728 2017
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.
Descriptors: Mechanics (Physics), Science Instruction, Blended Learning, Instructional Effectiveness, Homework, Transfer of Training, Active Learning, Undergraduate Students, Comparative Analysis, Conventional Instruction, Regression (Statistics), Probability, Science Achievement, Statistical Analysis
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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