What is Flip?

Flip is a video-based reflection tool. It allows you to create a class called a Group. Once you have a Group, you can create prompts called topics. Students respond to topics via video. It can be used for video exit tickets, uploading video projects for others to see, and even connecting with other classes across the globe. It can be used on any device, in any class, at every level of education from Early Childhood to teacher professional development.

Why use it?

Flip is simple and powerful. Any classroom can use it! It allows you to hear the voices of every student in your classroom. Students can reply directly to each other's videos. Students get to practice their communication skills and then have a little fun with a selfie (with drawings and stickers) at the end of each post. It can also be a place to have students post their video projects so other students can view them and respond with comments or feedback.

How do I use it?

Decision Tree

Do you want your Flip to display (and be graded) in Canvas?

• Yes!
• No, this is ungraded or for students not using Canvas.
• Add Button

You will need to install the Flip app in your Canvas course following the directions in the video below or use these written directions. These are the only directions you need to follow so do not follow the directions listed below.

Select the directions you'd like to follow to use Flip outside of Canvas.

1. Create your account. Go to https://info.flip.com/ and sign in using your Google Account.

Add in your personal information and put Shakopee Public Schools in the School/Organization field.

2. Create a group. Click the + Group button. Think of a group as a class. You can choose to do a group per class period or for all your classes if you want students to see each other's posts across your classes. You'll be prompted to enter the type of group and grades that will be using it.

You'll have the option to share the grid with your School/Email Domain (which is @shakopeeschools.org) or get a link people can use to join your group. 

3. Create a topic. A topic is a prompt that students can respond to with a video. Once submitted, they can view and comment on other student's videos.

4. Share your topic. Click on the Share button and copy the link. You can paste it into an email, Canvas, or Seesaw.

Check out the latest updates (Fall 2021): 

Add background music to videos

There are 30+ instrumental tracks you can add as background music to your videos. It's a great way for students to express themselves and also helps out if they have background noise when recording.

Delete

Creative Options

Add images, text, drawings, stickers, GIFs, or use a whiteboard when making videos. This instantly turns your videos into a newscast, weather report, math tutorial video, or just a creative work of art!

Additional Resources:

• Flip Help Center
• Professional Development Example of Flipgrid
• GridPals: Virtual Video Pen Pals