Integrating Flipped Classroom in Colleges of Education to Improve Student Enrollment in Nigeria

Abstract

The declining enrollment in Nigerian Colleges of Education has become a pressing concern, threatening the sustainability of teacher education programs across the country. This study examines the potential of integrating flipped classroom strategy as an innovative pedagogical approach to enhance student engagement and improve enrollment rates in Colleges of Education. The flipped classroom model, which reverses traditional teaching methods by delivering instructional content outside the classroom and utilizing class time for interactive activities, presents significant opportunities for transforming teacher education in Nigeria. Through a comprehensive review of literature and theoretical frameworks, this paper explores the benefits of flipped classroom implementation, including increased student engagement, improved learning outcomes, and enhanced digital literacy skills. The study proposes strategic implementation frameworks specifically tailored for Nigerian Colleges of Education, considering local contexts, infrastructural challenges, and cultural factors. Findings suggest that proper implementation of flipped classroom strategy can significantly improve student attraction and retention rates while preparing prospective teachers with 21st-century pedagogical skills. The paper recommends a phased implementation approach, adequate infrastructure development, comprehensive professional training, and policy support from educational authorities to ensure successful integration of flipped classroom models in Nigerian teacher education institutions.