Description #
Flip (Flipgrid) is a free video discussion app from Microsoft for sharing short videos and participating in a community. By creating a Group, you can invite students by sending a membership code or uploading from the Google Classroom list.
How to get it #
Why recommended #
Pros #
– Activation of engaging discussions, participation
– Ease of use, mobile-friendly
– Real-time feedback
– Peer collaboration, virtual classroom
– Engagement analytics
– Integrable with LMS and customizable
– Free plan
Cons #
– Discussions may require moderation
– Learning curve, setup time
– Limitations on data export
– Advanced features require a paid subscription
Application to the VET Area #
Training
Work-based training
Tutoring and accompaniment
Support for business creation
Level #
Explorer
How to use this tool #
In Training contexts, Flipgrid can be used to raise the level of participant engagement through the creation of video-based channels and discussions. This approach is applicable to different training methodologies, motivates students to demonstrate the skills acquired, to reflect on the learning path undertaken or completed and allows feedback to be managed in a more dynamic and personal way compared to traditional text-based platforms. The video format can be particularly useful in areas of VET where visual demonstration of skills is essential, such as culinary arts, healthcare or mechanical trades.
In the areas of Work-based training and Tutoring and support for work inclusion and job placement, Flipgrid enables remote coaching through video-based interaction. Learners can document daily activities through video diaries. Real-time interaction allows tutors and trainers to provide feedback and improve learning step-by-step. In mentorship and accompaniment, Flipgrid provides a platform that enables support and coaching activities, through the use of videos and shared video stories, as well as relationship and networking activities.
As regards Support for self-entrepreneurship and business creation, Flipgrid enables remote mentorship and coaching. Through the platform it is, in fact, possible to learn and interact through videos. It is possible to develop ideas and projects collaboratively, receive feedback and iterate the creative and path development processes in self-employed professions or in business. Additionally, Flipgrid allows for networking and collaboration within the platform.
Training #
– Enables collaborative interaction by creating video-based channels and discussions
– Enables the creation of practical and laboratory activities through videos and the provision of immediate feedback
Work-based training #
– Enables remote coaching through video-based interaction
– Enables the creation of practical and laboratory activities through videos and the provision of immediate feedback
Tutoring and support for job placement #
– Enables remote coaching through video-based interaction
– Enables the creation of mind maps and the delineation of objectives
– Enables networking and professional collaboration between platform users
Support for self-entrepreneurship and business creation #
– Enables remote mentorship and coaching through the creation of channels and video-based discussions
– Enables collaborative interaction for making plans, models and presentations
– Enables networking and professional collaboration between platform users
Practical Resources #
Students: Getting Started with Flipgrid
0:44 min
Flip (Flipgrid) Tools 2023
3:29 min
How to use Flipgrid for students
2:00 min
