Assessment of perception and utility regarding flip classroom among MBBS students: A descriptive study

Abstract

Purpose: A flipped classroom is a type of blended learning technique. In modern times, the teaching techniques need to be improved and changed. The aim of the study was to assess the perception of students with regard to flipped classroom. Materials and Methods: The study was a descriptive cross-sectional study design. A total of 152 students participated in this study. Results: After watching the video and before the actual interaction, about 84.2% felt confident. About 56.6% of respondents thought flipped classrooms were superior to traditional classroom instruction. The flexibility of the “flipped classroom,” according to 44.1% of respondents, makes it the most useful feature. The aspect of flipped learning that 43.4% of students liked the most was learning about new ideas before class. A total of 98.2% thought they needed to be more accountable for their education. Conclusion: Although the flip classroom cannot completely replace the traditional classroom but when used in conjunction, it can help students learn more effectively. It has paved the path for improvements to teaching techniques and unquestionably produced a better manner of instruction.