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Overview/Technical Concept/Description
Flipgrid is the leading video discussion platform for millions of PreK to college level
students, educators at all levels, and families in over 180 countries (Flipgrid, n.d.). It allows one
to create a Grid community (#GridPals) for the classroom, a school, a PLC (Professional
Learning Community), families, and more (Flipgrid, n.d.). Each grid is like a message board
where teachers can pose questions, or “topics” and their students can post video responses that
appear in a tiled grid display. Grids can be shared with classes, small groups, or any collection
of users interested in a common strand of questions. Each grid can hold an unlimited number of
responses. Topics can be text based or include a resource such as an image, video, Giphy, emoji,
or attachment. Customizable security settings help protect student privacy (Powers, 2018). In
addition, students can respond via the application or website with any camera-enabled device.
Responses can be 15 seconds to 5 minutes long, and educators can set a minimum/maximum
recording time as well. Furthermore, teachers can allow students to record replies to classmates’
responses. Of course, all actions depend on the educator’s preference, as there are a variety of
moderation features teachers can turn on or off per topic (Powers, 2018).
Flipgrid offers a worthy, flexible venue for teachers and students to communicate during
and after school hours (Powers, 2018). Every student has a voice, so let’s amplify it. Students
are able to record short, authentic videos and can reply to peer’s videos (Flipgrid, n.d.).
Educators are 100% in control with video moderation, access controls, and in assisting with
creating back-to-school intros, booktalks, reflections, expert Q&As, showcase STEAM
ideas...the possibilities are endless for students to verbalize their learning (Flipgrid, n.d.).
Students share their voice anywhere by using any Surface, Chromebook, laptop, iPad, iPhone, or
Android device (Flipgrid, n.d.). Also, there are free Windows 10, iOS, and Android applications
Students’ creativity flourishes with the powerful, easy-to-use recording tools that can
capture widescreen videos, pause while recording, add more after reviewing, edit, and trim to
perfection (Flipgrid, n.d.). Students are able to record from anywhere the perfect elevator pitch
or even a short presentation (Flipgrid, n.d.). Flipgrid can be a great way to gather student
responses delivered at their own pace without feeling “on the spot” in the classroom or directly
in front of their peers (Powers, 2018). Teachers, need ideas for a Flipgrid topic, then the
Discovery Library is the place to go. This is where educators share their best topics for a wide
range of ages and subjects (Flipgrid, n.d.). As stated by Powers (2018), “with any
advance.” Using proper internet etiquette, or Netiquette, is something all educators would need
to discuss up front with their students before introducing any new technology tool.
Flipgrid adds pedagogical value to the teaching and learning community through social
learning, creativity, communication, collaboration, and reflection. It extends learning beyond the
classroom. As an educator, you are the topic designer with specialized resources and
STEAM ideas and many others in which students are able to verbalize their learning (Flipgrid,
n.d.).
In the language arts classroom, teachers aim to help students develop their voice in order
to communicate verbally what they have learned, especially with younger students and English
Language learners. Flipgrid can help increase their feelings of social connectedness and improve
academic performance. In middle school grades, students tend to be more sensitive to the
evaluations of their peers, this is where Flipgrid can assist with communication and collaboration
between peers. As the article states, “gaining confidence in self-expression and the respect of
others is important for this age group” (Language Arts: K12 Integration). Lastly, students in the
high school grades are more likely to already be using social media, and may feel uncomfortable
when first using Flipgrid, because the topics are likely different than what they voluntarily would
Additionally, when using Flipgrid for science, the teacher can ask students to compare
two resources on the same scientific topic, or maybe describe and study plants in their
environment. Whatever the topic may be, students can definitely work together to design and
Also, when it comes to social studies, students can make personal connections to a
historical book or even provide a summary about a person’s autobiography. The ideas are
endless, and students will be using an engaging tool that will surely benefit their academics.
Educators are 100% in control with video moderation, access controls, and much more (Flipgrid,
n.d.). Educators are also able to take their classroom global and connect with other educators to
set up a #GridPals collaboration for communication between classrooms (Flipgrid, n.d.). Check
out this amazing GridPals guide created by the first ever GridPal, Bonnie McClelland (Flipgrid,
n.d.).
Conclusion
As Fahey & Moura (n.d.) explained, “using flipgrid isn’t about recording videos, it’s
about learning.” Learning that is social, personal, and that can happen anywhere at anytime.
Flipgrid is about making connections, having deep explorations, and it promotes that everyone is
a teacher and a leader. Using Flipgrid in the classroom can have many benefits for both teachers
and students, but most of all, it offers a worthy, flexible venue for teachers and students to
communicate. Overall, Flipgrid is a simple way for teachers and students to create online
discussions, offer reflections over things learned, and exemplifies the learning experience. There
are conditions, however, that your classroom culture be mature enough to use this tool to its
utmost potential in the educational way it is meant to be used. Happy learning and have fun
using Flipgrid.
References
Fahey, S., & Moura, K. (n.d.). The Educator's Guide to Flipgrid 2nd Edition.
https://static.flipgrid.com/docs/Flipgrid_k12_community.pdf
https://static.flipgrid.com/docs/Flipgrid_language_arts.pdf
https://static.flipgrid.com/docs/Flipgrid_science.pdf
https://static.flipgrid.com/docs/Flipgrid_social_studies.pdf
Johnson, Megan and Skarphol, Maia. (2018). The Effects of Digital Portfolios and Flipgrid on
Arts Classroom. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website:
https://sophia.stkate.edu/maed/270
McNeely, C., & Falci, C. (2004). School connectedness and the transition into and out of health‐
risk behavior among adolescents: A comparison of social belonging and teacher support.
https://www.commonsense.org/education/website/flipgrid
https://news.kleinisd.net/2018/08/09/flipgrid-fever-is-in-full-effect/