Editor’s note: Strelis™, formerly Rehab Essentials is now Strelis™. The enTandem DPT℠ program referenced in this article is now offered as Strelis PT Entry™. This article reflects the names in use at the time of original publication.
The enTandem DPTSM flipped model lets faculty focus on mentoring students through hands-on learning and clinical application.
Faculty reflect on how the enTandem DPTSM model transforms their roles—from lecturers to clinical mentors. By shifting content delivery outside the classroom, they focus on integration, practice, and student growth. This approach frees them to support learners more directly and meaningfully, creating a dynamic and clinically relevant learning experience through flipped and active learning strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of faculty in a flipped learning model?
In a flipped learning model, faculty can spend less classroom time delivering foundational content and more time helping students integrate knowledge, practice skills, apply concepts, and develop clinical reasoning.
How can flipped learning support health professions faculty?
Flipped learning can create more opportunities for faculty to serve as mentors and expert guides, supporting students through hands-on learning, clinical application, discussion, and feedback.
What are the benefits of active learning in health professions education?
Active learning gives students opportunities to apply what they have learned through practice, discussion, problem-solving, and other interactive experiences while receiving guidance from faculty.
What is Strelis PT Entry™?
Strelis PT Entry™ is Strelis’ entry-level physical therapy education solution designed to support universities in delivering a hybrid DPT program.
