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Flipped Classrooms Many students in the U.S lag behind among the 8 great nations in terms of math and science according to the National Center for Education Statistics Institute of Education. Based on effective research findings, National Center (2011) gives on making inter-country comparisons concerning the effectiveness of education through policies and other logistics. However, the concept is way beyond simple investigation in the education of young Americans. For this matter, the depth and approaches for evaluation should take a crucial path that is efficient in determining if a better pedagogical model could be effective as opposed to the traditional models of education. As such, the United States has to consider the adoption of new educational approaches and models with the aim of regaining its glory in the educational sector and world stage. 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