Effects of flipped classroom approach using gooru learning management system on students' physics achievement

Abstract

Due to a dearth on research studies on Flipped Classroom (FC) approach using Learning Management System (LMS) in the Philippines, especially on its effectiveness on students' achievement, this research fills in the need for one. This study is mainly focused on gathering empirical measurements on the effects of employing FC approach using Gooru Learning Management System (GLMS) on the students' achievement in Physics. Using an FC model via LMS on learning concepts and developing self-regulated skills are prominently influenced by the principles of constructivism and connectivism. In an FC model, a free online LMS, Gooru, was used as means for the researchers to facilitate in creating, delivering and conducting learning contents, while simultaneously monitoring learner's participation and assessing the performance through mobile learning device and/or personal computer. This study determined (1) if the performance of a group of students improved using FC approach via GLMS, and (2) if there is a significant difference between the pretest and posttest mean scores on students' Physics achievement. Results suggested that employing an FC model with the utilization of Gooru LMS is claimed to be a potential method in increasing students' achievement in Physics.