FLIPPED CLASSROOM TO FOSTER INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE IN ENGLISH LEARNERS

Jairo Eduardo Soto-Molina; Pilar Méndez-Rivera

doi:10.15765/pnrm.v15i29.1706

Authors

Jairo Eduardo Soto-Molina Universidad del Atlántico http://orcid.org/0000-0003-3378-0202
Pilar Méndez-Rivera Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9284-4611

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15765/pnrm.v15i29.1706

Keywords:

flipped classroom, EFL, content learning, constructivism, interculturality competence

Abstract

This article introduces the results of an experimental intercultural English class (IEC) using the flipped classroom methodology. Thematic units were developed with the 5 E's instructional model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate) based on the constructivist approach to learning. This qualitative study collected data from 20 students at Atlántico University. The questionnaires used in the analysis of the 2 survey rounds rate Students’ responses in relation to learning of contents, methodology of the class and autonomy. Results based on the second round led to four major conclusions: (i). There is satisfaction with the use of the Flipped Classroom strategy, in terms of time management and freedom to prepare classes. (ii). Practical activities are more engaging to work collaboratively. (iii) Teachers have a subtle presence which provides more opportunities for students to negotiate control and participation. (iv) Although autonomous learning is possible, teacher support is pivotal to increasing it. These findings are discussed within the framework of the didactical component of teaching and its implications for this public university.

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Author Biographies

Jairo Eduardo Soto-Molina, Universidad del Atlántico

PhD in Human Sciences, University of Zulia Maracaibo, Venezuela.Studied Social Research at Newbury College, Massachusetts, USA. Postgraduate Diploma in Epistemological Paradigms of Qualitative and Quantitative Research at Instituto de Estudios Avanzados (IAEU). He studied Teaching English to children at the University of California, San Diego, California. Master in Education, University of Antioquia, Medellin, Colombia. Research lines: interculturality, Curriculum and Teacher Education
Pilar Méndez-Rivera, Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas

Doctor in Education from Universidad Santo Tomás, MA in Linguistics from Instituto Caro y Cuervo and BA in Modern Languages from Universidad del Atlántico. She is currently an associate professor at the Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas in the Interinstitutional Doctorate in Education -Education ELT Emphasis- and the Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Languages with Emphasis in English. Director of the Intertext research group.

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