Flipped Classroom Model Approach and its Impact on Mathematics Achievement among Adolescents in Education District IV of Lagos - State, Nigeria

Abstract

The flipped classroom model has emerged as a learner-centered instructional strategy that reverses the traditional approach to teaching by shifting direct instruction outside the classroom and prioritizing active learning during class time. This study investigates the impact of the flipped classroom on students’ academic achievement, critical thinking, and engagement in mathematics among adolescents. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from a sample of secondary school students and analyzed to determine the effectiveness of the approach. The population for this study was drawn from three secondary schools in education district IV. A total of 210 (two hundred and ten) respondents (students) were selected for the entire study. A simple random sampling technique was employed in selecting the sample. The data for the study were collected using titled “Impact of Flipped Classroom Model Approach on Achievement in Mathematics Questionnaire “(IFCMAAMQ).  Three null hypotheses were raised and tested at 0.05 level of significance. At the end of the data analysis. Findings revealed that the flipped classroom significantly improved students’ problem-solving skills, enhanced their participation, and fostered deeper conceptual understanding compared to conventional lecture-based methods. The model also promoted collaboration, self-regulation, and motivation, enabling learners to take greater responsibility for their learning. The study concludes that the flipped classroom is an effective pedagogical strategy for promoting higher-order thinking and improving learning outcomes in mathematics.  Based on the findings, it was recommended among other things that educators should  adopt blended learning technologies and learner-centered instructional practices to maximize the benefits of the flipped classroom model Educators should be equipped with the necessary skills to design effective flipped lessons and moreover, workshops or informational sessions can be organized to familiarize teachers and parents with the flipped model and its benefits, ensuring a holistic and well-supported learning experience for adolescent students in mathematics.

Keywords: Academic Achievements, Adolescents, Flipped Classroom Model, Mathematics