Research Article

Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research

Volume: 9 Number: 2 June 3, 2025
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Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research

Abstract

This study explores how active learning methods can be implemented in Flipped Classroom-based Social Studies lessons. Designed as action research within a qualitative research framework, the study was conducted with 29 sixth-grade students (21 male, 8 female) attending a public school in Zeytinburnu, Istanbul, during the 2021–2022 academic year. Data were gathered using multiple tools, including student worksheets, self-assessment forms, and a researcher-teacher’s diary to obtain in-depth insights. These qualitative data sources were analyzed using content analysis techniques. The findings suggest that integrating the Flipped Classroom Model into Social Studies lessons supported students' preparation before class, increased their participation in classroom activities, and improved their motivation and responsibility toward learning. Moreover, the model encouraged peer collaboration, self-reflection, and more meaningful engagement with the course content. Overall, the research highlights that the Flipped Classroom approach is an effective strategy for promoting active learning and sustaining student interest and involvement in Social Studies education.

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Supporting Institution

This research did not receive any specific grant from any funding agency in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors

Ethical Statement

This research was approved by the decision of the Anadolu University Ethics Committee, Social and Human Sciences Ethics Committee, dated 12/07/2023 and numbered 13.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Social Studies Education, Specialist Studies in Education (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

May 11, 2025

Publication Date

June 3, 2025

Submission Date

September 17, 2024

Acceptance Date

March 10, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 2

APA
Al, S., & Gökçe, N. (2025). Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty, 9(2), 149-166. https://doi.org/10.34056/aujef.1551343
AMA
1.Al S, Gökçe N. Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research. AUJEF. 2025;9(2):149-166. doi:10.34056/aujef.1551343
Chicago
Al, Serhat, and Nazlı Gökçe. 2025. “Employing Active Learning Methods in Flipped Social Studies Classes: An Action Research”. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty 9 (2): 149-66. https://doi.org/10.34056/aujef.1551343.
EndNote
Al S, Gökçe N (June 1, 2025) Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty 9 2 149–166.
IEEE
[1]S. Al and N. Gökçe, “Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research”, AUJEF, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 149–166, June 2025, doi: 10.34056/aujef.1551343.
ISNAD
Al, Serhat - Gökçe, Nazlı. “Employing Active Learning Methods in Flipped Social Studies Classes: An Action Research”. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty 9/2 (June 1, 2025): 149-166. https://doi.org/10.34056/aujef.1551343.
JAMA
1.Al S, Gökçe N. Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research. AUJEF. 2025;9:149–166.
MLA
Al, Serhat, and Nazlı Gökçe. “Employing Active Learning Methods in Flipped Social Studies Classes: An Action Research”. Anadolu University Journal of Education Faculty, vol. 9, no. 2, June 2025, pp. 149-66, doi:10.34056/aujef.1551343.
Vancouver
1.Serhat Al, Nazlı Gökçe. Employing active learning methods in flipped social studies classes: an action research. AUJEF. 2025 Jun. 1;9(2):149-66. doi:10.34056/aujef.1551343

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