Using Learning Management System to Promote Self-regulated Learning in a Flipped Classroom

Abstract

The inherent structure of the flipped classroom (FC) supports a learning environment that promotes students’ self-regulated learning. In this paper, we focus on how a Learning Management System (LMS), in this case BrightSpace D2L, plays a key role in supporting all aspects of the FC. We discuss how: Pre-class assignments suggest that students give their learning some forethought and planning accordingly; frequent formative assessment and feedback permits students to monitor their progress in the classroom; students control their choices for studying the resources they use; and how students have ample opportunities to reflect on their work regularly.  Further, we explore how learning logs (a form of reflective writing), with the LMS journaling and Dropbox features are used to keep track of students’ journal entries as well as demonstrate how professors use the LMS to motivate and encourage students to develop self-regulated learning. Qualitative analysis of students writing are provided to reveal gains in self-regulation.