By Celeste Tường Vy Sharpe, Kelly Schrumand Nate Sleeter - Higher Ed Beta. The notion of a "flipped classroom” — students watch recorded lectures outside of class and participate in active learning during class meetings — has gained significant attention in recent years. It's an appealing notion in that it satisfies those who seek to promote active learning in higher education as well as those who feel strongly that the traditional physical classroom should remain the focus of learning. Read more...