The study examined students` reflections and perceptions with a version of a flipped model for an introductory communication course. Further, it examined relationships among learning styles, personality traits, and total satisfaction from flipped lear...
The study examined students` reflections and perceptions with a version of a flipped model for an introductory communication course. Further, it examined relationships among learning styles, personality traits, and total satisfaction from flipped learning classes. For the quantitative survey data, 123 undergraduate students who enrolled in a flipped communication course were administered questionnaires. Qualitative results were obtained by administering in-depth interviews to a purposive sample of 15 students. As a result, preference on flipped learning was mixed but students were generally in favor of the flipped learning course. They reported more personal involvement in learning, better content understanding, convenience in time and pace, and enhancement of interactions with peers and instructors as the benefits of flipped classes. However, the heavy workloads, greater time preparation, and lacks of familiarity and motivation were mentioned as pitfalls. According to ANOVA tests, there was a significant difference in satisfaction among learning styles. In addition, learning styles were also associated with the Big Five personality traits such as extraversion and conscientiousness. Implications for pedagogical practice are discussed.