Designing and Evaluating a Flipped Digital Circuits Course

Authors

  • Poli Lokeshwara Reddy Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, School of Engineering, Anurag University, Hyderabad, Telangana-500088
  • N. Mangala Gouri Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, School of Engineering, Anurag University, Hyderabad, Telangana-500088
  • D. Narendar Singh Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, School of Engineering, Anurag University, Hyderabad, Telangana-500088
  • P. Saritha Department of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, Anurag University, Hyderabad, Telangana-500088

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2026/v39is2/26062

Keywords:

Flipped Classroom Model (FCM), Digital Circuits, Didactic approach, Edutainment, Active/Collaborative Learning

Abstract

The progression of pedagogical blueprints in engineering education has led to the advocacy of innovative slants targeted at intensifying learner’s engagement, comprehension and performance. One such strategy is the Flipped Classroom Model (FCM), which upends didactic approach/formal teaching methods by rendering instructional theme outside of class and making use of classroom time for interactive, active/collaborative learning, and application-based activities. Although flipped mode of learning is widely embraced, evidence unique to Digital Circuits course remains limited. This paper presents the design, implementation and evaluation of a flipped Digital Circuits course with a mixed strategies design involving pre-class micro content, in-class problem-based activities & post-class unification tasks. It encompasses a comprehensive review of existing literature, outlines the course design process, assesses learner’s performance and perceptions, and discusses the implications for engineering education. The quantitative analysis collated DFW grades, distribution of grades over two academic years, whereas quantitative data is gathered from learner’s perceptions. The results show substantial improvement in attainment of high grades, pass rate & student motivation, supported by the in-class activities. The education with entertainment named as Edutainment is the element given as a response by majority of the learners in feedback for flipped classroom model provides evidence for enjoyable epiphany.

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Published

2026-02-17

How to Cite

Reddy, P. L., Mangala Gouri, N., Narendar Singh, D., & Saritha, P. (2026). Designing and Evaluating a Flipped Digital Circuits Course. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 39(Special Issue 2), 524–530. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2026/v39is2/26062

Issue

Volume 39, Special Issue 2, January 2026

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