FlipGrid

What is FlipGrid?

FlipGrid is a video platform that allows students to comment directly on video. This can help create more of a social learning environment while giving students a voice and increasing engagement. Flipgrid is a great way to allow students to be engaged in an assessment without requiring your typical pencil to paper delivery. 

How does FlipGrid Work?

Flipgrid allows students and teachers to create videos to discuss and self-assess. It allows teachers to create up to a three-minute video asking questions or directing students on how they would like them to respond. Once created, Flipgrid automatically generates a topic code, which when shared with students,  instantly directs them to the Flipgrid topic. Once in the topic, students can respond by video for up to five minutes.  

 

To respond to the FlipGrid Discussion you will need to sign up for an account if you do not already have one. 

The example below has been embedded in Canvas. Here are the directions for Embedding FlipGrid in an LMS or Website. Links to an external site.

 

Integrating FlipGrid in Canvas

If you are interested in integrating FlipGrid and Canvas reach out to Jerry Troupe and he can walk you through the steps. Here are some of the benefits

• Canvas Access Control - Only students in your Canvas course can access your connected Grids. They must access Flipgrid through their Canvas course page. Students don’t need Flipgrid accounts for the security you deserve!
• Speedgrader - Add a Flipgrid Topic for your next Canvas Assignment. Make sure students submit their video through the Assignments tab. All video Responses and Replies are organized by student and ready for Speedgrader!
• Anywhere, Anytime - As long as students click the green + within Canvas, they can record on any computer or on the free Flipgrid iOS + Android apps.