HyFlex teaching experience and reflections in K-12


Filiz O., Kaya M. H., Adigüzel T.

Online Journal of Communication and Media Technologies, vol.14, no.1, 2024 (ESCI) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 14 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2024
  • Doi Number: 10.30935/ojcmt/13858
  • Journal Name: Online Journal of Communication and Media Technologies
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus
  • Keywords: case study, education, HyFlex teaching, K-12, professional development
  • Istanbul Gelisim University Affiliated: No

Abstract

This study uses a case study methodology to comprehensively examine HyFlex teaching in the context of K-12 education in a private Turkish school. 60 teachers in 15 disciplines, who had received professional development training in ‘HyFlex lesson plan development,’ participated. Data were collected through lesson plans, pre-and post-implementation reflection reports, and qualitative analysis employed inductive and deductive coding. The findings reveal that well-trained educators with expertise in active learning, formative assessment, cognitive presence, flipped learning, and self-regulated learning effectively implement HyFlex instruction. HyFlex lessons enhance students’ higher-order thinking skills, foster interaction, and build a sense of belonging. However, accommodating asynchronous learners requires careful design. The study acknowledges limitations and suggests future research exploring HyFlex sustainability and comparative analyses with other teaching modes.