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Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The
Flipped Classroom Method for the Development of
Creativity and Dialogical Learning
https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v15i03.11664
Inmaculada Aznar-Díaz, Francisco-Javier Hinojo-Lucena,
María-Pilar Cáceres-Reche, José-María Romero-Rodríguez ()
University of Granada, Granada, Spain
romejo@ugr.es
Abstract—Dialogical learning and teamwork have become the principles de-
manded by the knowledge society, given that we are currently living in a com-
pletely globalised world that requires skilled citizens to collaborate on a social,
professional and academic level. Likewise, creativity is another key element re-
quested by organisations to solve problems. Against this background, some stu-
dent-centred teaching methods like flipped classrooms are appearing. Therefore,
this paper aimed to analyse the implementation of the flipped classroom method
as a factor to develop dialogical learning and creativity. To this regard, a quanti-
tative method was used, applying a survey prepared ad hoc to a sample of 308
students from Spain and Colombia, in order to know whether implementing the
flipped classroom truly enhances the development of such skills. According to
the results obtained, it is stated that developing the flipped classroom method
promotes a team-based work dynamic, which generates dialogical learning
among students. It also enhances creativity, since it provides students with auton-
omy to carry out their tasks. Finally, the flipped classroom pedagogical approach
is a teaching method with numerous advantages and benefits for students to adapt
to the competencies required by the knowledge society.
Keywords—Flipped Classroom, Dialogical Learning, Creativity, Teaching
Methodology, Pedagogical Approach.
1 Introduction
In recent years, the Flipped Classroom methodology is being implemented in the
classrooms of different educational levels, which it is defined as the flipped of roles in
the classroom, where the student acquires the theoretical knowledge outside and the
classroom becomes a propitious space for resolving doubts and cooperative work [1,
2]. Therefore, the student previously works the contents outside the school context from
the use of digital tools to develop them later in the classroom.
The flipped classroom teaching method is offered as a key pedagogical approach in
this process of change. It began with Bergmann and Sams’ [2] concern, who started to
record their presentations with audio to offer them as student support material, with the
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aim of confronting school absenteeism. Based on this experience, they noticed that this
teaching method promoted student learning. The flipped classroom is defined as a role
inversion within the classroom [3]. Therefore, students acquire theoretical knowledge
outside of the classroom, and the classroom turns into a space to solve queries and for
teamwork [4].
This approach is characterised by the use of technology and a change in the use of
time, that is to say, students complete class tasks in the home environment and house-
work in the classroom [5].
On the other hand, some different studies relate the implementation of the flipped
classroom method to the improvement of academic performance [3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11,
12]. Furthermore, it is possible to highlight the development of transversal skills, which
are beneficial for students, not only on the personal, academic and social sphere, but
also for professional purposes: teamwork [2, 13], motivation [11, 14], autonomy [8, 9,
15] and creativity [12, 16]. Nevertheless, although the benefits of carrying out flipped
classrooms start to be empirically reported, some authors express the necessity to keep
doing research on the results of this method [5]. Others, however, show that there are
no differences between groups using the flipped classroom model and those following
a traditional method [17, 18]. Other authors, like Barao and Palau [19], warn about the
effectiveness of the flipped classroom depending on the field of knowledge where this
method is applied.
Taking into account these considerations, this study aimed to analyse the implemen-
tation of the flipped classroom method as a factor for the development of dialogical
learning and creativity in Colombian and Spanish university students. These skills are
paramount in the completely globalised world in which we are living, which requires
citizens who are capable of solving problems efficiently and collaborating at a social,
professional and academic level [20].
One of the key aspects is dialogical learning, which is based on the premises of Ha-
bermas’ communicative action theory [21]. That is, the maximum exponent in the dia-
logue process for building discourse from a philosophic perspective, considering the
principles of influence, behavioural change, audience image and negotiation. From a
more pedagogical perspective, Flecha [22] defines dialogical learning as the interaction
produced from an egalitarian dialogue, where knowledge building starts on a social
level.
Therefore, the interactions allowed by the flipped classroom foster egalitarian dia-
logue within the classroom context, thanks to teamwork. In this sense, participating in
a peer group fixes the conditions for all students from the same starting point [23], thus
enhancing an egalitarian dialogue that has a positive impact on learning improvement
[24].
The second key aspect -creativity- is intrinsically related to dialogical learning, since
discourse promotes creativity through collaborative work [25]. This process is sup-
ported by conceptions of creative connectivity, leaving behind the predominant view of
the creative impulse from intellect [26]. On top of that, the students’ autonomous status,
enhanced by flipped classrooms, intervenes directly in the development of creativity
[27]. In parallel, some more recent studies connect the implementation of flipped class-
room to an increase of creativity among students [7].
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Therefore, both the knowledge and the analysis of the flipped classroom method
focused in this case on the university environment are of interest. Its different implica-
tions in learning could clarify important evidence to generally implement a successful
professional model that can promote dialogical learning and creativity among students.
2 Method
The method applied in this work was quantitative with the aim of describing the
reality observed [28]. The possibility of quantifying the relationships between the latent
variables helped with gathering verifiable and rigorous data. It also enabled us to ap-
proach more exactly the subject of study topic by making visible those aspects that were
not apparent in the first instance.
2.1 Participants
The sample involved students of two different universities (n = 308), from a popula-
tion of 570 students of whom belonged to the Pontifical Bolivarian University of Bu-
caramanga (Colombia) and the remaining 550 studied at the University of Granada
(Spain). This group of participants is characterised by being, in the case of the Colom-
bian students, from the scientific branch of economics and business, while the Spanish
students came from the area of education. As for gender, 95 were men (30.8%) and 213
women (69.2%). The age range was between 18 and 49 years old (M = 21.75, SD =
4.361).
Given the circumstances and the ethical engagement of scientific research [29], a
simple random sampling was chosen for this work. The participants were randomly
selected through a raffle that fixed the letter "M" of the surname as the beginning to
choose the students. After selecting the first, the others were selected respecting a mar-
gin of two students in the list until reaching the significant sample size (n = 156 in
Colombia and n = 152 in Spain), with a confidence interval of 95% and a margin of 7%
error.
2.2 Data collection
Data have been collected during the 2017-2018 academic year, by using a survey as
a data-gathering instrument. It was prepared ad hoc, in a 4-level Likert scale (1 –
Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3 - Agree, 4 – Strongly agree). It was made up of 10
items, divided into the following dimensions:
Implementation of the flipped classroom method: Do you think that your degree
of motivation towards the subject and its contents has been greater when using the in-
novative Flipped Classroom methodology in class? (I1), Did you find it interesting that
the contents of the subject have been taught differently from the traditional one? (I2),
Have you found it interesting to learn the contents through audiovisual resources such
as videos or multimedia documents to access the contents of the subject? (I3), Has the
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autonomous work time spent at home to work the contents of the subject been profita-
ble? (I4), Do you think the change in methodology (from traditional to Flipped Class-
room) has influenced your academic performance? (I5), Do you consider that the
change in methodology (from traditional to Flipped Classroom) has influenced your
content retention, being this better and more lasting? (I6) and I find it very appropriate
to carry out practical exercises in class related to the theoretical contents (I10).
Dialogical learning: I prefer to work the contents in a group in a collaborative way
(I8) and I consider it very positive and enriching to have worked group activities (I9).
Creativity: Do you consider that the change in methodology (from traditional to
Flipped Classroom) has influenced the development of your creativity when creating
activities? (I7).
An exploratory factor analysis was carried out to determine the representative factors
of the data. It was initially shown that the total variance was 58.275% for first item,
related to students’ motivation when implementing the flipped classroom. The Kaiser
Meyer Olkin measure sample adequacy (KMO) collects an adequate value (KMO =
.906) and the Bartlett test of sphericity revealed a chi-square of 1867.958, 45 DF with
significance of .000.
An analysis of the reliability of the instrument determined adequate levels with
Cronbach’s Alpha (α = .918) and Guttman’s split-half coefficient (.88).
2.3 Data analysis
The different analyses were carried out through the data analysis software SPSS and
AMOS version 24. More specifically, SPSS was used to establish descriptive-statistical
data and a comparison between the Colombian and Spanish populations through the t-
test.
Subsequently, a structural equations model (SEM) [30] was used to verify the rela-
tionship between the different latent variables - flipped classroom, dialogical learning
and creativity. The descriptive-statistical values of variables in terms of mean, standard
deviation, skewness or kurtosis reflect the multivariate normality of data (table 1). This
is a key condition to carry out a model of structural equations [31].
The skewness and the kurtosis have appropriate values, since skewness shows values
of < 2 and kurtosis < 7 [32].
Table 1. Descriptive Statistics
Subscale Mean SD Skewness Kurtosis
Flipped Classroom 3.59 .602 -1.622 3.527
Dialogical learning 3.48 .729 -1.408 1.725
Creativity 3.53 .622 -1.284 2.063
Note: N = 308; SD = Standard Deviation.
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3 Results
Since there were two populations from different contexts and academic disciplines,
the t-test was used to compare both groups. The subscales compared were academic
performance, dialogical learning, and creativity, once the flipped classroom was imple-
mented. The analysis showed that there are statistically significant differences between
the Colombian and Spanish university students (p-value < .05).
In the academic performance item, Colombian students obtain a higher mean with
more homogeneous scores (M = 3.74, SD = .506) than Spanish students show (M =
3.25, SD = .674). The p-value reveals the significance of data between the groups (p-
value = .001) (table 2).
Table 2. Test t academic performance
Groups N Mean SD t df p-value
Colombia 156 3.74 .506 7.28 306 .001
Spain 152 3.25 .674
Note: SD = Standard Deviation.
The dialogical learning data are similar to the above-mentioned item – scores remain
higher and more homogeneous in the Colombian group (M = 3.69, SD = .599). The
Spanish group has lower mean values and has higher spread (M = 3.32, SD = .732). The
difference between the groups remains significant (p-value = .001) (table 3).
Table 3. Test t dialogical learning
Groups N Mean SD t df p-value
Colombia 156 3.69 .599 4.86 306 .001
Spain 152 3.32 .732
Note: SD = Standard Deviation.
Under creativity, Colombian students show again higher scores and less spread (M
= 3.73, SD = .537) than the valued obtained by the Spanish students (M = 3.32, SD =
.635). The significance between the groups is clear through the p-value obtained (p-
value = .001) (table 4).
Table 4. Test t creativity
Groups N Mean SD t df p-value
Colombia 156 3.73 .537 6.20 306 .001
Spain 152 3.32 .635
Note: SD = Standard Deviation.
On the other hand, the covariance and the correlation among the different latent var-
iables were calculated through the SEM (table 5). It was decided to add the variable
“motivation” in order to verify its connection to the flipped classroom model. Likewise,
a positive covariance and correlation are shown in the reliance of the flipped classroom
on motivation (cov = 1.039, R = 1) and creativity (cov = 1.124, R = 1). Furthermore,
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the interdependency between the flipped classroom and dialogical learning is confirmed
(cov = .174, R = .724). However, data reveal that dialogical learning does not have an
impact on creativity (cov = -.009, R = -.011).
CR index values (> 1.96) determined the significance of p-value at .05 [30], in which
the relationships between flipped classroom–motivation, flipped classroom–dialogical
learning and flipped classroom-creativity are significant.
Table 5. Covariances and correlations
Relation Cov SE CR p-value R
FC ---> M 1.039 .085 12.208 *** 1
FC <---> DL .174 .022 7.758 *** .724
FC ---> C 1.124 .121 9.248 *** 1
DL ---> C -.009 .74 -.121 .903 -.011
Note: FC = Flipped Classroom; M = Motivation; DL = Dialogical Learning; C = Creativity; SE = Standard
Error; CR = Critical Radio; p-value *** = X < .001.
Goodness-of-fit indexes indicate the accuracy of the model with reality [33]. Ade-
quate values have been found in the root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA
= .095), goodness-of-fit index (GFI = .922), root mean squared residual index (RMR =
.015), non-normed fit index (TLI = .933), parsimonious goodness-of-fit index (PGFI =
.553). Similarly, the comparative fit index (CFI = .951) has acceptable values, estab-
lishing that 95% of data covariance can be reproduced using this model.
Finally, the SEM is comprised of four latent variables (figure 1). The first one,
flipped classroom (FC), is defined by six items observable with regression values rang-
ing from .64 to .86. Dialogical learning (DL) is defined by three items with values rang-
ing from .83 to .92. Creativity (C) and motivation (M) each involve one item with a
regression value of .75.
Fig. 1. Estimations of the structural equation model. Note: Chi-square = 123,987; df = 33; p-
value = .000.
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4 Discussion
The different statistical tests carried out brought about knowledge of important per-
ceptions of the flipped classroom model and its influence on the development of dia-
logical learning and creativity. Therefore, this paper followed the research line on the
results and implications of flipped classrooms, improving knowledge of this teaching
method and making progress in its field of study [5].
The data obtained about the significant differences between the Colombian and the
Spanish populations are interesting. Thus, the context of execution of flipped classroom
have an impact on its implementation. In this case, the implementation in the Colom-
bian university context within the fields of economics and business shows higher mean
and less spread than the Spanish case in the field of education.
The differences could be caused in the first instance by the field of specialization
[19]. The way of teaching in a scientific field differs from others, due to the teachers’
academic training and the pedagogical tradition of the institution. It would therefore be
interesting if future studies analysed different areas of knowledge that apply a flipped
classroom pedagogical approach, in order to find out the improvement level depending
on the academic specialisation.
To sum up, students perceive how their academic performance improves after expe-
riencing the flipped classroom method, where the mean has positive values. These facts
match the studies remarking that the flipped classroom enhances students’ academic
performance [3, 6, 7, 8, 9; 10, 11, 12].
On the other hand, the SEM allowed establishment of the covariance and correlation
between items [30, 31]. The premise that the flipped classroom improves students’ mo-
tivation is confirmed [11, 14], and is illustrated in the perfect correlation obtained. To
this regard, students perceive how their motivation towards the subject increases when
a more autonomous and flexible work dynamic is applied [2, 3], through the use of
technologies [5].
Creativity is also enhanced in an inverted working environment. The analysis of data
gathers the perfect correlation between this capacity and the flipped classroom, in line
with what other studies have highlighted [12, 16]. Likewise, the mean values of both
groups are positive in relation to Likert’s scale. This leads us to think that the autonomy
that flipped classrooms allow [8, 9, 15] has a direct impact on the creative process and
increases creativity [27].
These results also confirm that dialogical learning correlates positively with the
flipped classroom. In other words, implementing this teaching method develops a dia-
logical learning among students. In this sense, teamwork plays a key role as one of the
basic skills that are intrinsically implemented through the flipped classroom [2, 13).
The thread linking teamwork and dialogical learning is set in the way in which dialogue
arises [21, 22], in an almost forced way in a teamwork environment fostered by the
flipped classroom [24].
Finally, the positive correlation between flipped classroom–dialogical learning and
the flipped classroom–creativity influence have been verified in this work. However,
when relating dialogical learning–creativity, the facts show a negative connection. This
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fact draws our attention, as the social and dialogical conception should promote the
development of creativity [25, 26].
5 Conclusion
Step by step the education system is being filled with innovations that are resulting
in a paradigmatic change. These kinds of emergent methods based on the use of tech-
nologies put teachers to one side and, hence, students take the major role.
The flipped classroom method turns into a pedagogical approach aligned with the
demands of the knowledge society. The benefits related to its implementation allow
students to develop different skills that are key to executing efficient performance in
their academic, social and work environments.
The teamwork produced in a flipped classroom environment is not only limited to a
monological framework, but students’ autonomous research stimulates curiosity to
share their knowledge with peers. Therefore, a reciprocal and peer-to-peer dialogue is
produced. In the same way, autonomy has an impact on creativity development. The
fact that students have a certain liberty and flexibility in learning tasks allows them to
include different aspects that complement their work. This happens even more fre-
quently by using technologies that enrich the information and provide them with an
unlimited source of resources to improve the learning process.
The focus is on the dialogical learning-creativity relationship. In our analysis the
negative values on the impact of those factors show that the group dialogue generated
when carrying out the tasks does not promote a creative process. It would be convenient
to keep on analysing this relationship in future studies in order to check whether these
facts are replicated.
The data on the model of structural equations have brought to light the links between
latent variables that were not observable a priori, exposing the relationship of these
phenomena. As a result, there is graphic evidence of the complex relationships between
the different factors that are the subject of study.
It is important to remark that, among the education specialities, implementing these
kinds of pedagogical approaches is double faceted. On the one hand, as stated in this
study and the quoted literature, it leads to students’ skills development and the improve-
ment of learning. On the other hand, applying new teaching methods allows students to
have first-hand experience of their dynamics and be aware of the benefits of using them,
so that in future they could reproduce in their classrooms the method experienced whilst
being a student.
Finally, this paper has answered the aim of analysing the implementation of flipped
classrooms as a factor for the development of both dialogical learning and creativity in
Colombian and Spanish university students, by covering all the different implications
of the flipped classroom and its relation with these paramount aspects of modern-day
society.
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6 Acknowledgement
This research was funded by the teaching innovation and good practices project of
the FIDO 2016-2018 plan of the University of Granada (Code 17-12), having received
public funding for its development.
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res-Reche & José-María Romero-Rodríguez work at the Faculty of Education Sci-
ences in University of Granada, Granada, Spain. The authors belong to the AREA re-
search group (HUM-672).
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Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method for the Development of Creativity and Dialogical Learning

  • 1. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method for the Development of Creativity and Dialogical Learning https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v15i03.11664 Inmaculada Aznar-Díaz, Francisco-Javier Hinojo-Lucena, María-Pilar Cáceres-Reche, José-María Romero-Rodríguez () University of Granada, Granada, Spain romejo@ugr.es Abstract—Dialogical learning and teamwork have become the principles de- manded by the knowledge society, given that we are currently living in a com- pletely globalised world that requires skilled citizens to collaborate on a social, professional and academic level. Likewise, creativity is another key element re- quested by organisations to solve problems. Against this background, some stu- dent-centred teaching methods like flipped classrooms are appearing. Therefore, this paper aimed to analyse the implementation of the flipped classroom method as a factor to develop dialogical learning and creativity. To this regard, a quanti- tative method was used, applying a survey prepared ad hoc to a sample of 308 students from Spain and Colombia, in order to know whether implementing the flipped classroom truly enhances the development of such skills. According to the results obtained, it is stated that developing the flipped classroom method promotes a team-based work dynamic, which generates dialogical learning among students. It also enhances creativity, since it provides students with auton- omy to carry out their tasks. Finally, the flipped classroom pedagogical approach is a teaching method with numerous advantages and benefits for students to adapt to the competencies required by the knowledge society. Keywords—Flipped Classroom, Dialogical Learning, Creativity, Teaching Methodology, Pedagogical Approach. 1 Introduction In recent years, the Flipped Classroom methodology is being implemented in the classrooms of different educational levels, which it is defined as the flipped of roles in the classroom, where the student acquires the theoretical knowledge outside and the classroom becomes a propitious space for resolving doubts and cooperative work [1, 2]. Therefore, the student previously works the contents outside the school context from the use of digital tools to develop them later in the classroom. The flipped classroom teaching method is offered as a key pedagogical approach in this process of change. It began with Bergmann and Sams’ [2] concern, who started to record their presentations with audio to offer them as student support material, with the 4 http://www.i-jet.org
  • 2. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… aim of confronting school absenteeism. Based on this experience, they noticed that this teaching method promoted student learning. The flipped classroom is defined as a role inversion within the classroom [3]. Therefore, students acquire theoretical knowledge outside of the classroom, and the classroom turns into a space to solve queries and for teamwork [4]. This approach is characterised by the use of technology and a change in the use of time, that is to say, students complete class tasks in the home environment and house- work in the classroom [5]. On the other hand, some different studies relate the implementation of the flipped classroom method to the improvement of academic performance [3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12]. Furthermore, it is possible to highlight the development of transversal skills, which are beneficial for students, not only on the personal, academic and social sphere, but also for professional purposes: teamwork [2, 13], motivation [11, 14], autonomy [8, 9, 15] and creativity [12, 16]. Nevertheless, although the benefits of carrying out flipped classrooms start to be empirically reported, some authors express the necessity to keep doing research on the results of this method [5]. Others, however, show that there are no differences between groups using the flipped classroom model and those following a traditional method [17, 18]. Other authors, like Barao and Palau [19], warn about the effectiveness of the flipped classroom depending on the field of knowledge where this method is applied. Taking into account these considerations, this study aimed to analyse the implemen- tation of the flipped classroom method as a factor for the development of dialogical learning and creativity in Colombian and Spanish university students. These skills are paramount in the completely globalised world in which we are living, which requires citizens who are capable of solving problems efficiently and collaborating at a social, professional and academic level [20]. One of the key aspects is dialogical learning, which is based on the premises of Ha- bermas’ communicative action theory [21]. That is, the maximum exponent in the dia- logue process for building discourse from a philosophic perspective, considering the principles of influence, behavioural change, audience image and negotiation. From a more pedagogical perspective, Flecha [22] defines dialogical learning as the interaction produced from an egalitarian dialogue, where knowledge building starts on a social level. Therefore, the interactions allowed by the flipped classroom foster egalitarian dia- logue within the classroom context, thanks to teamwork. In this sense, participating in a peer group fixes the conditions for all students from the same starting point [23], thus enhancing an egalitarian dialogue that has a positive impact on learning improvement [24]. The second key aspect -creativity- is intrinsically related to dialogical learning, since discourse promotes creativity through collaborative work [25]. This process is sup- ported by conceptions of creative connectivity, leaving behind the predominant view of the creative impulse from intellect [26]. On top of that, the students’ autonomous status, enhanced by flipped classrooms, intervenes directly in the development of creativity [27]. In parallel, some more recent studies connect the implementation of flipped class- room to an increase of creativity among students [7]. iJET ‒ Vol. 15, No. 3, 2020 5
  • 3. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… Therefore, both the knowledge and the analysis of the flipped classroom method focused in this case on the university environment are of interest. Its different implica- tions in learning could clarify important evidence to generally implement a successful professional model that can promote dialogical learning and creativity among students. 2 Method The method applied in this work was quantitative with the aim of describing the reality observed [28]. The possibility of quantifying the relationships between the latent variables helped with gathering verifiable and rigorous data. It also enabled us to ap- proach more exactly the subject of study topic by making visible those aspects that were not apparent in the first instance. 2.1 Participants The sample involved students of two different universities (n = 308), from a popula- tion of 570 students of whom belonged to the Pontifical Bolivarian University of Bu- caramanga (Colombia) and the remaining 550 studied at the University of Granada (Spain). This group of participants is characterised by being, in the case of the Colom- bian students, from the scientific branch of economics and business, while the Spanish students came from the area of education. As for gender, 95 were men (30.8%) and 213 women (69.2%). The age range was between 18 and 49 years old (M = 21.75, SD = 4.361). Given the circumstances and the ethical engagement of scientific research [29], a simple random sampling was chosen for this work. The participants were randomly selected through a raffle that fixed the letter "M" of the surname as the beginning to choose the students. After selecting the first, the others were selected respecting a mar- gin of two students in the list until reaching the significant sample size (n = 156 in Colombia and n = 152 in Spain), with a confidence interval of 95% and a margin of 7% error. 2.2 Data collection Data have been collected during the 2017-2018 academic year, by using a survey as a data-gathering instrument. It was prepared ad hoc, in a 4-level Likert scale (1 – Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3 - Agree, 4 – Strongly agree). It was made up of 10 items, divided into the following dimensions: Implementation of the flipped classroom method: Do you think that your degree of motivation towards the subject and its contents has been greater when using the in- novative Flipped Classroom methodology in class? (I1), Did you find it interesting that the contents of the subject have been taught differently from the traditional one? (I2), Have you found it interesting to learn the contents through audiovisual resources such as videos or multimedia documents to access the contents of the subject? (I3), Has the 6 http://www.i-jet.org
  • 4. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… autonomous work time spent at home to work the contents of the subject been profita- ble? (I4), Do you think the change in methodology (from traditional to Flipped Class- room) has influenced your academic performance? (I5), Do you consider that the change in methodology (from traditional to Flipped Classroom) has influenced your content retention, being this better and more lasting? (I6) and I find it very appropriate to carry out practical exercises in class related to the theoretical contents (I10). Dialogical learning: I prefer to work the contents in a group in a collaborative way (I8) and I consider it very positive and enriching to have worked group activities (I9). Creativity: Do you consider that the change in methodology (from traditional to Flipped Classroom) has influenced the development of your creativity when creating activities? (I7). An exploratory factor analysis was carried out to determine the representative factors of the data. It was initially shown that the total variance was 58.275% for first item, related to students’ motivation when implementing the flipped classroom. The Kaiser Meyer Olkin measure sample adequacy (KMO) collects an adequate value (KMO = .906) and the Bartlett test of sphericity revealed a chi-square of 1867.958, 45 DF with significance of .000. An analysis of the reliability of the instrument determined adequate levels with Cronbach’s Alpha (α = .918) and Guttman’s split-half coefficient (.88). 2.3 Data analysis The different analyses were carried out through the data analysis software SPSS and AMOS version 24. More specifically, SPSS was used to establish descriptive-statistical data and a comparison between the Colombian and Spanish populations through the t- test. Subsequently, a structural equations model (SEM) [30] was used to verify the rela- tionship between the different latent variables - flipped classroom, dialogical learning and creativity. The descriptive-statistical values of variables in terms of mean, standard deviation, skewness or kurtosis reflect the multivariate normality of data (table 1). This is a key condition to carry out a model of structural equations [31]. The skewness and the kurtosis have appropriate values, since skewness shows values of < 2 and kurtosis < 7 [32]. Table 1. Descriptive Statistics Subscale Mean SD Skewness Kurtosis Flipped Classroom 3.59 .602 -1.622 3.527 Dialogical learning 3.48 .729 -1.408 1.725 Creativity 3.53 .622 -1.284 2.063 Note: N = 308; SD = Standard Deviation. iJET ‒ Vol. 15, No. 3, 2020 7
  • 5. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… 3 Results Since there were two populations from different contexts and academic disciplines, the t-test was used to compare both groups. The subscales compared were academic performance, dialogical learning, and creativity, once the flipped classroom was imple- mented. The analysis showed that there are statistically significant differences between the Colombian and Spanish university students (p-value < .05). In the academic performance item, Colombian students obtain a higher mean with more homogeneous scores (M = 3.74, SD = .506) than Spanish students show (M = 3.25, SD = .674). The p-value reveals the significance of data between the groups (p- value = .001) (table 2). Table 2. Test t academic performance Groups N Mean SD t df p-value Colombia 156 3.74 .506 7.28 306 .001 Spain 152 3.25 .674 Note: SD = Standard Deviation. The dialogical learning data are similar to the above-mentioned item – scores remain higher and more homogeneous in the Colombian group (M = 3.69, SD = .599). The Spanish group has lower mean values and has higher spread (M = 3.32, SD = .732). The difference between the groups remains significant (p-value = .001) (table 3). Table 3. Test t dialogical learning Groups N Mean SD t df p-value Colombia 156 3.69 .599 4.86 306 .001 Spain 152 3.32 .732 Note: SD = Standard Deviation. Under creativity, Colombian students show again higher scores and less spread (M = 3.73, SD = .537) than the valued obtained by the Spanish students (M = 3.32, SD = .635). The significance between the groups is clear through the p-value obtained (p- value = .001) (table 4). Table 4. Test t creativity Groups N Mean SD t df p-value Colombia 156 3.73 .537 6.20 306 .001 Spain 152 3.32 .635 Note: SD = Standard Deviation. On the other hand, the covariance and the correlation among the different latent var- iables were calculated through the SEM (table 5). It was decided to add the variable “motivation” in order to verify its connection to the flipped classroom model. Likewise, a positive covariance and correlation are shown in the reliance of the flipped classroom on motivation (cov = 1.039, R = 1) and creativity (cov = 1.124, R = 1). Furthermore, 8 http://www.i-jet.org
  • 6. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… the interdependency between the flipped classroom and dialogical learning is confirmed (cov = .174, R = .724). However, data reveal that dialogical learning does not have an impact on creativity (cov = -.009, R = -.011). CR index values (> 1.96) determined the significance of p-value at .05 [30], in which the relationships between flipped classroom–motivation, flipped classroom–dialogical learning and flipped classroom-creativity are significant. Table 5. Covariances and correlations Relation Cov SE CR p-value R FC ---> M 1.039 .085 12.208 *** 1 FC <---> DL .174 .022 7.758 *** .724 FC ---> C 1.124 .121 9.248 *** 1 DL ---> C -.009 .74 -.121 .903 -.011 Note: FC = Flipped Classroom; M = Motivation; DL = Dialogical Learning; C = Creativity; SE = Standard Error; CR = Critical Radio; p-value *** = X < .001. Goodness-of-fit indexes indicate the accuracy of the model with reality [33]. Ade- quate values have been found in the root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA = .095), goodness-of-fit index (GFI = .922), root mean squared residual index (RMR = .015), non-normed fit index (TLI = .933), parsimonious goodness-of-fit index (PGFI = .553). Similarly, the comparative fit index (CFI = .951) has acceptable values, estab- lishing that 95% of data covariance can be reproduced using this model. Finally, the SEM is comprised of four latent variables (figure 1). The first one, flipped classroom (FC), is defined by six items observable with regression values rang- ing from .64 to .86. Dialogical learning (DL) is defined by three items with values rang- ing from .83 to .92. Creativity (C) and motivation (M) each involve one item with a regression value of .75. Fig. 1. Estimations of the structural equation model. Note: Chi-square = 123,987; df = 33; p- value = .000. iJET ‒ Vol. 15, No. 3, 2020 9
  • 7. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… 4 Discussion The different statistical tests carried out brought about knowledge of important per- ceptions of the flipped classroom model and its influence on the development of dia- logical learning and creativity. Therefore, this paper followed the research line on the results and implications of flipped classrooms, improving knowledge of this teaching method and making progress in its field of study [5]. The data obtained about the significant differences between the Colombian and the Spanish populations are interesting. Thus, the context of execution of flipped classroom have an impact on its implementation. In this case, the implementation in the Colom- bian university context within the fields of economics and business shows higher mean and less spread than the Spanish case in the field of education. The differences could be caused in the first instance by the field of specialization [19]. The way of teaching in a scientific field differs from others, due to the teachers’ academic training and the pedagogical tradition of the institution. It would therefore be interesting if future studies analysed different areas of knowledge that apply a flipped classroom pedagogical approach, in order to find out the improvement level depending on the academic specialisation. To sum up, students perceive how their academic performance improves after expe- riencing the flipped classroom method, where the mean has positive values. These facts match the studies remarking that the flipped classroom enhances students’ academic performance [3, 6, 7, 8, 9; 10, 11, 12]. On the other hand, the SEM allowed establishment of the covariance and correlation between items [30, 31]. The premise that the flipped classroom improves students’ mo- tivation is confirmed [11, 14], and is illustrated in the perfect correlation obtained. To this regard, students perceive how their motivation towards the subject increases when a more autonomous and flexible work dynamic is applied [2, 3], through the use of technologies [5]. Creativity is also enhanced in an inverted working environment. The analysis of data gathers the perfect correlation between this capacity and the flipped classroom, in line with what other studies have highlighted [12, 16]. Likewise, the mean values of both groups are positive in relation to Likert’s scale. This leads us to think that the autonomy that flipped classrooms allow [8, 9, 15] has a direct impact on the creative process and increases creativity [27]. These results also confirm that dialogical learning correlates positively with the flipped classroom. In other words, implementing this teaching method develops a dia- logical learning among students. In this sense, teamwork plays a key role as one of the basic skills that are intrinsically implemented through the flipped classroom [2, 13). The thread linking teamwork and dialogical learning is set in the way in which dialogue arises [21, 22], in an almost forced way in a teamwork environment fostered by the flipped classroom [24]. Finally, the positive correlation between flipped classroom–dialogical learning and the flipped classroom–creativity influence have been verified in this work. However, when relating dialogical learning–creativity, the facts show a negative connection. This 10 http://www.i-jet.org
  • 8. Paper—Pedagogical Approaches in the Knowledge Society: The Flipped Classroom Method… fact draws our attention, as the social and dialogical conception should promote the development of creativity [25, 26]. 5 Conclusion Step by step the education system is being filled with innovations that are resulting in a paradigmatic change. These kinds of emergent methods based on the use of tech- nologies put teachers to one side and, hence, students take the major role. The flipped classroom method turns into a pedagogical approach aligned with the demands of the knowledge society. The benefits related to its implementation allow students to develop different skills that are key to executing efficient performance in their academic, social and work environments. The teamwork produced in a flipped classroom environment is not only limited to a monological framework, but students’ autonomous research stimulates curiosity to share their knowledge with peers. Therefore, a reciprocal and peer-to-peer dialogue is produced. In the same way, autonomy has an impact on creativity development. The fact that students have a certain liberty and flexibility in learning tasks allows them to include different aspects that complement their work. This happens even more fre- quently by using technologies that enrich the information and provide them with an unlimited source of resources to improve the learning process. The focus is on the dialogical learning-creativity relationship. In our analysis the negative values on the impact of those factors show that the group dialogue generated when carrying out the tasks does not promote a creative process. It would be convenient to keep on analysing this relationship in future studies in order to check whether these facts are replicated. The data on the model of structural equations have brought to light the links between latent variables that were not observable a priori, exposing the relationship of these phenomena. As a result, there is graphic evidence of the complex relationships between the different factors that are the subject of study. It is important to remark that, among the education specialities, implementing these kinds of pedagogical approaches is double faceted. On the one hand, as stated in this study and the quoted literature, it leads to students’ skills development and the improve- ment of learning. On the other hand, applying new teaching methods allows students to have first-hand experience of their dynamics and be aware of the benefits of using them, so that in future they could reproduce in their classrooms the method experienced whilst being a student. Finally, this paper has answered the aim of analysing the implementation of flipped classrooms as a factor for the development of both dialogical learning and creativity in Colombian and Spanish university students, by covering all the different implications of the flipped classroom and its relation with these paramount aspects of modern-day society. iJET ‒ Vol. 15, No. 3, 2020 11
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