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Implementation of online genetic laboratories by using free resources
1Faculty of Health and Life Science, INTI International University, Nilai, Malaysia.
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic led to online laboratories. Student questions in virtual labs offered valuable, targeted teaching moments for educators.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Computer Science
- Pedagogy
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a rapid shift to remote learning environments.
- Online laboratories became a crucial tool for continuing practical science education.
- Virtual laboratory platforms present unique pedagogical challenges and opportunities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the implementation and use of virtual laboratories in student education.
- To analyze the role of student-generated questions within online lab settings.
- To identify how virtual labs can facilitate targeted teaching strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of virtual laboratory adoption and usage during the pandemic.
- Analysis of student interactions and inquiries within online laboratory modules.
- Qualitative assessment of teaching opportunities arising from student questions.
Main Results:
- Virtual laboratories were widely adopted due to pandemic restrictions.
- Student questions in virtual labs provided specific insights into their learning process.
- These inquiries served as direct indicators for educators to tailor instruction.
Conclusions:
- Virtual laboratories are an effective, albeit necessitated, component of modern science education.
- Leveraging student questions in virtual labs enhances pedagogical responsiveness.
- Targeted teaching strategies informed by student queries improve online learning outcomes.
