If you’re looking to introduce flipped learning to your students, or need more ideas for lessons and activities, we’ve got you covered.
The Education Perfect team has put together some of their favourite flipped learning lesson plans you can use, tweak, or take inspiration from.
Flipped Lesson Plan Examples
1. English: Analysing Poetry
Topic
Exploring different poetic devices and their effects in poetry.
Materials Needed
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Selected poems
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Online video or podcast explaining poetic devices
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Smartphones or tablets with internet access
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Get students to watch a video or listen to a podcast about poetic devices at home.
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In class, students break into small groups to analyse a chosen poem.
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Each group will discuss and present how the poetic devices contribute to the poem’s meaning.
Student Outcomes
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Students gain confidence in identifying poetic devices and develop critical thinking.
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Strengthen collaboration skills by working in small groups.
2. Maths: Solving Quadratic Equations
Topic
Understanding and solving quadratic equations using the quadratic formula.
Materials Needed
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Instructional video on the quadratic formula
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Worksheets with quadratic equation problems
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Graphing calculators
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Have students watch a video at home that explains the quadratic formula.
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In class, students work on worksheets to solve equations and use calculators to verify solutions.
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Lead a discussion on various solution methods and the effective use of the formula.
Student Outcomes
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Students will master the quadratic formula and improve their problem-solving skills.
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Understanding of graphing quadratic equations is enhanced.
3. Science: States of Matter
Topic
Investigating the properties and changes of states of matter.
Materials Needed
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Online simulation on states of matter
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Lab materials: ice, water, a heat source, and thermometers
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign an online simulation to explore state transitions at home.
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Conduct a simple lab experiment to observe ice melting and water boiling in class.
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Discuss observations and relate them to the simulation.
Student Outcomes
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Understanding physical properties of matter and connecting theory to practice.
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Cultivate scientific inquiry and prediction skills.
4. History: The Renaissance
Topic
Exploring the impact of the Renaissance on modern society.
Materials Needed
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Documentary or online resources about the Renaissance
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Art supplies to create a Renaissance-inspired piece
Time It Takes
1.5 hours
How to Implement It
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Students watch a documentary at home on key Renaissance achievements.
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Lead a discussion on its influence on modern art, science, and philosophy in class.
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Students will create an art piece or short essay inspired by Renaissance themes.
Student Outcomes
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Students gain understanding of the Renaissance’s significance.
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Encourages creative expression and appreciation for historical advancements.
5. Geography: Climate Zones
Topic
Studying different climate zones and their characteristics.
Materials Needed
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Interactive map or online tool displaying world climate zones
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Chart paper and markers
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign exploration of an interactive map to identify climate zones as homework.
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Students create posters illustrating climate characteristics in class.
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Organise a gallery walk for shared learning and a class discussion on climate impacts.
Student Outcomes
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Recognise global climate zones and analyse climate and human life relationships.
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Encourage creativity and peer learning through presentations.
6. Languages: Conversational Skills in Spanish
Topic
Practicing conversational skills in Spanish through real-life scenarios.
Materials Needed
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Audio clips or videos in Spanish
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Role-play scripts
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign audio or video of everyday conversations in Spanish for practice at home.
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Pair students to act out role-play scenarios in class, rotating partners for variety.
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Conduct a class reflection to discuss challenges and new vocabulary learned.
Student Outcomes
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Improved listening, speaking skills, and confidence in real-life Spanish usage.
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Fostering peer-assisted learning and language practice.
7. Art: Abstract Expressionism
Topic
Exploring the abstract expressionist movement and its impact on art.
Materials Needed
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Online resources about abstract expressionism
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Canvas, brushes, and paints
Time It Takes
1.5 hours
How to Implement It
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Students research key abstract expressionist artists online.
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Discuss characteristics of the movement in class and provide materials for art creation.
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Students present their artwork and reflect on their artistic process.
Student Outcomes
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Insight into abstract expressionism and techniques.
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Personal expression development through abstract art and critical analysis.
8. Music: Rhythm and Beats
Topic
Understanding the fundamentals of rhythm and beats in music.
Materials Needed
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Video tutorial on basic rhythm patterns
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Percussion instruments or clapping exercises
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign a tutorial for students to learn rhythm patterns at home.
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In class, practice these patterns using percussion instruments or clapping.
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Form groups to create and perform short rhythm compositions.
Student Outcomes
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Mastery of basic rhythmic patterns and increased musical creativity.
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Improved collaboration and performance skills.
9. Physical Education: Team Sports Strategy
Topic
Developing strategic thinking in team sports.
Materials Needed
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Video analysis of a team sport (e.g., soccer or basketball)
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Whiteboard and markers
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Students watch clips analysing team sports strategies at home.
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Lead a class discussion on the strategies and their effectiveness.
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Divide students into teams, each devising a strategy for a mini-game, then review outcomes.
Student Outcomes
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Understand strategic elements in team sports and enhance teamwork.
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Apply analytical skills to real-life sports scenarios.
10. Economics: Supply and Demand
Topic
Exploring the principles of supply and demand.
Materials Needed
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Online interactive module or video on supply and demand
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Graph paper and calculators
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign an interactive module on supply and demand for homework.
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In class, facilitate a discussion on factors affecting these concepts.
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Use graph paper to diagram shifts and engage students in a market simulation exercise.
Student Outcomes
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Comprehension of supply and demand principles and development of analytical skills.
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Application of economic concepts to real-world situations.
11. Computer Science: Introduction to Coding
Topic
Learning basic coding concepts using Python.
Materials Needed
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Online coding platform or tutorial
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Laptops or tablets
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Students complete an online Python tutorial at home.
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Assign coding exercises in class to practice concepts, working in pairs for collaboration.
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Present and discuss code solutions with the class.
Student Outcomes
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Gain foundational coding skills and strengthen problem-solving abilities.
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Foster collaborative learning through pair programming.
12. Health: Nutrition and Healthy Eating
Topic
Understanding the importance of nutrition and making healthy food choices.
Materials Needed
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Video or infographic about balanced diets
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Food journals
Time It Takes
1 hour
How to Implement It
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Assign a video or infographic to learn about nutrition basics at home.
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Discuss components of a balanced diet in class and have students maintain food journals.
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Set healthier eating goals and share with peers for accountability.
Student Outcomes
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Awareness of nutritional concepts and encouragement of self-reflection.
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Promotion of healthy lifestyle choices and accountability.
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