The lower levels of cognitive work are done outside of class – remembering, understanding

In terms of Bloom’s revised taxonomy (2001), this means that students are doing the lower levels of cognitive work (gaining knowledge and comprehension) outside of class, and focusing on the higher forms of cognitive work (application, analysis, synthesis, and/or evaluation) in class, where they have the support of their peers and instructor. This model contrasts from the traditional model in which “first exposure” occurs via lecture in class, with students assimilating knowledge through homework; thus the term “flipped classroom.”

The lower levels of cognitive work are done outside of class – remembering, understanding.  OK – I admit I don’t really like the terms lower and higher levels but that’s another topic and I’m digressing.

“Bloom’s Taxonomy Old and New” by Global Change Lab  is licensed under CC

In terms of Bloom’s revised taxonomy (2001), this means that students are doing the higher forms of cognitive work (applying, analyzing, evaluating, creating) in class, where they have the support of their peers and instructor.