SOFLA - Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach

We've reached Chapter 4 in our series: What's Inside the SOFLA® Book?

So far, we've explored the history of SOFLA®, the 8-step learning cycle, and sample lessons. Now it's time to look at how instructors can adapt and implement the model in their own teaching.

Chapter 4 covers practical topics including modifications and accommodations, AI integration, professional development, implementation challenges, and the SOFLA® Peer Review Checklist.

Discover how SOFLA® can be adapted to fit your learners, your teaching context, and your instructional goals.

Learn more in SOFLA®: The Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach by Helaine W. Marshall and Ilka Kostka.

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Is student engagement enough?

Interactive activities are important, but meaningful online learning requires more than participation alone.

This week's edition of our LinkedIn newsletter, Meaningful Online Learning, explores how SOFLA® uses intentional instructional design to help every activity contribute to deeper learning.

Read Newsletter Edition 25 and join the conversation!
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/beyond-engagement-designing-meaningful-learning-py6cf

What’s inside the SOFLA® book?

Curious about how the 8-Step SOFLA® cycle comes to life in real online learning environments?

Chapter 3 shows what SOFLA® can look like in practice.
Readers will explore sample lessons from a variety of teaching contexts, including cultural artifacts, podcasting, and Boyle's Law in chemistry.

Learn more in SOFLA®: The Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach by Helaine W. Marshall and Ilka Kostka.

Available here: https://press.umich.edu/Books/S/SOFLA-R
Use discount code UMWEB30 for 30% off.

Can one instructional model support online learning across different countries, disciplines, and teaching contexts?

This week's edition of our LinkedIn weekly newsletter, Meaningful Online Learning, explores why SOFLA® continues to resonate with educators around the world.

Discover what makes SOFLA® adaptable across diverse learning environments while keeping pedagogy at the center of the online learning experience.

Read Newsletter Edition 24 and join the conversation!
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/sofla-global-learning-model-sofla-a-division-of-malp-llc-zpqoc

What’s inside the SOFLA® book?

Today, we continue with our series on what readers can expect inside the pages of the new SOFLA® book!

Chapter 2 walks readers through all eight steps of the SOFLA® learning cycle: Pre-Work, Sign-In Activity, Whole-Group Application, Breakouts, Share-Out, Preview and Discovery, Assignment Instructions, and Reflection.

This chapter helps readers understand the purpose of each step, how it supports learning, and how the steps work together as a complete cycle. One of the unique features in this chapter is that it highlights special considerations for instructors at each step of the cycle.

Learn more in SOFLA®: The Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach.

Order here: https://press.umich.edu/Books/S/SOFLA-R
Use discount code UMWEB30 for 30% off.

What’s inside the SOFLA® book?

Day 1: The history and development of SOFLA®

Chapter 1 shares how SOFLA® grew from flipped learning, online instruction, and the need to tackle real teaching challenges into a practical 8-step model for active online learning.

It helps readers understand why SOFLA® was created and what makes the model so useful for online educators.

To learn more, order your copy of the book here: https://press.umich.edu/Books/S/SOFLA-R

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New issue of Meaningful Online Learning is up!

This week’s edition looks at how educators can begin using SOFLA® without redesigning everything.

A new instructional model can feel overwhelming at first, but SOFLA® gives instructors practical starting points. Educators can begin with one lesson, one routine, or one part of the learning cycle — and build from there.

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SOFLA® is reaching educators around the world!

After reviewing LinkedIn audience insights, we are excited to share that interest in SOFLA® now appears across 17 countries and all continents.

That is exciting because SOFLA® addresses challenges many online educators face: keeping students active, engaged, accountable, and connected.

Learn more in SOFLA®: The Synchronous Online Flipped Learning Approach.

Order here: https://press.umich.edu/Books/S/SOFLA-R

Use discount code UMWEB30 for 30% off.

New issue of *Meaningful Online Learning* is up!

This week’s issue looks at how SOFLA® supports instructors, not just students.

Online teaching can feel exhausting when the instructor has to carry the whole session — explaining, encouraging participation, checking understanding, managing group work, and keeping everyone engaged.

SOFLA® gives instructors a clear 8-step structure for planning and teaching online with more purpose.

The instructor is still essential, but they do not have to carry the entire lesson alone.

Read the issue here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/sofla-supports-instructors-just-students-e7htc