Flip (formerly Flipgrid)
Empower every voice.
Overview
Flip is a video discussion tool that allows educators to create a 'Grid' for their classroom, which acts as a message board. The educator posts discussion prompts, called 'Topics,' and students respond with short video messages. It's designed to give every student a voice and encourage participation from those who might be hesitant to speak in a traditional classroom setting. It's widely used for asynchronous check-ins, reflections, presentations, and language practice.
✨ Key Features
- Asynchronous video discussions
- Topic and Group creation
- Video moderation tools
- Text comments and replies
- Video effects (filters, text, stickers)
- Closed captions
- Discovery Library of pre-made topics
- Integrations with major educational tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Completely free
- Extremely simple and engaging user interface
- Strong focus on student voice and social learning
Unique Value: Provides a free, fun, and simple way to foster inclusive discussions and empower every student to share their voice through video.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Capturing student responses to a reading or video
- Allowing students to practice and record a foreign language monologue
- Creating a space for virtual 'show and tell' activities
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Long-form video hosting (videos have time limits)
- Formal, high-stakes assessment (grading is simple)
- Live video conferencing
🏆 Alternatives
More focused on short, social video responses than VoiceThread, which is built around media slideshows. It is free, unlike the paid plans of most competitors.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Flip is 100% free for educators and students.
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