Projects and Motivation in Flipped Classrooms

  Summary of Köpeczi-Bócz (2024)

 Background & Existing Knowledge
Modern workplaces demand students who are motivated, self-directed, and skilled. Combining Flipped Classroom (FC) with Project-Based Learning (PBL) is gaining traction to meet this challenge.

New Insights from This Study
✔ Combining PBL and FC significantly increased student motivation and performance in BSc and vocational programs.
✔ MSc students showed more modest improvements, suggesting varying needs.
✔ The integrated method supports interdisciplinary learning and real-world skill-building.

Practical Applications: How Educators Can Use This Research

Design for Motivation
📌 Blend PBL with flipped strategies like pre-class video lectures.
📌 Use class time for interactive group tasks and peer feedback.
📌 Allow flexibility for student-led exploration.

Customization by Level
📌 Adapt intensity of scaffolding based on student experience.

📌 Offer more structure for vocational learners and autonomy for advanced students.
📌 Align project tasks with professional standards.

Cross-Sector Relevance
📌 Use industry problems to frame interdisciplinary projects.
📌 Build innovation and collaboration skills explicitly.
📌 Create platforms for students to showcase solutions.

Conclusion
Merging PBL with flipped learning boosts motivation and engagement, especially when tailored to educational levels and real-world needs.

Key Words
flipped classroom, project-based learning, motivation, interdisciplinary education, higher education

Reference
Köpeczi-Bócz, T. (2024). The Impact of a Combination of Flipped Classroom and Project-Based Learning on the Learning Motivation of University Students. Education Sciences, 14(3), 240. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci14030240

Suggested Citation
Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025). Projects and Motivation in Flipped Classrooms. Excellent Educator, 2(9), 4.