Flipgrid (now Flip) Professional Development

Flip (formerly Flipgrid) is Microsoft's free video discussion platform that has been used by over 20 million students across more than 180 countries to create engaging, student-centred learning experiences. Originally developed in 2015 and acquired by Microsoft in 2018, Flip allows teachers to post topics and prompts to which students respond with short video clips, fostering classroom discussion, reflection, and peer-to-peer learning. The platform includes built-in creative tools such as filters, stickers, and drawing tools that make interactions dynamic and engaging for learners of all ages. In October 2024, Flip was fully integrated into Microsoft Teams for Education, eliminating the need for a separate login or app and making it seamlessly accessible within schools' existing Microsoft ecosystem. Applications include student video introductions, class discussions, video journals, formative assessment responses, and collaborative projects. Flip's professional development resources help educators explore creative uses of the platform, from building classroom community to supporting student voice and choice in demonstrating learning. For schools already using Microsoft Teams, Flip provides a powerful, no-cost tool for adding video-based interaction to any subject area.