CARANDANG,JENNIFER _ADVANTAGES-AND-DISADVANTAGES-OF-LABORATORY-EXPERIMENT.pdf

This presentation showcase the advantages and disadvantages of virtual laboratory in 21 century classroom settings.

1. Virtual laboratory
Preparedby:
JennifferA.Carandang

2. Virtual laboratories
Also known as online or remote laboratories, offer a range of
advantages and disadvantages when compared to traditional
physical laboratories.
These digital platforms aim to simulate or recreate real-world
laboratory experiments and provide a means for students and
researchers to conduct experiments and learn without the need for
physical equipment or space.
Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of virtual
laboratories:

3. Advantages of
Virtual Laboratory
•Virtual labs enable students to perform many experiments
that are difficult to perform in real laboratories because of the
risks.
•Virtual labs help teachers and students save time and effort
because they don’t need to adhere to certain times to enter
the lab or to move from one place to another.
•Virtual labs enable students and teachers to use the latest
technologies.

4. Advantages and Disadvantages
ofVirtual Laboratory
•Virtual labs enable students to perform many experiments
that are difficult to perform in real laboratories because of the
risks.
•Virtual labs help teachers and students save time and effort
because they don’t need to adhere to certain times to enter
the lab or to move from one place to another.
•Virtual labs enable students and teachers to use the latest
technologies.

5. •Virtual Labs help users keep up with the
technological development of the digital age.
•Virtual labs allow students to perform the
practical experiments related to the theoretical
courses, which helps them absorb the courses.
•The virtual lab provides enjoyment during
experiments.
•Virtual labs help students perform the
experiment more than once.

6. •Online Virtual labs protect students and
teachers from hazards, given there is no direct
contact with toxic or radioactive chemicals and
there is no handling of explosive devices or
electricity.
•Virtual labs provide the convenience of changing
the inputs and transactions used in the
experiment without worrying about any
dangerous effects of these changes.
•Virtual labs allow students to stay in touch with
the Internet, which helps them search and
gather information during the experiment.

7. •Virtual Labs enable students to record results
electronically and share them with others to
exchange experiences.
•Virtual Labs provide teachers with the
opportunity to follow up and evaluate students
electronically.
•Virtual labs provide flexibility in performing
experiments.

8. •Virtual labs provide a complete Learning
Management System (LMS) around the virtual
labs where students can avail the various tools
for learning including addition web-resources,
videos, animated demonstrations and self-
evaluation.
•Virtual labs help students learn basic
technology techniques and practice methods
used by lab technicians and researchers with
keeping the advantages of biology laboratory
and advantages of chemistry laboratory

9. Advantages:
1. Accessibility:
Geographical and temporal flexibility:
Virtual labs can be accessed from anywhere
with an internet connection, allowing students
and researchers to perform experiments at their
convenience.
No physical presence required:
Users can conduct experiments without being
present in a physical laboratory, making it
suitable for remote learning, including online
courses and distance education.

10. Advantages:
2. Cost-effectiveness:
Reduced infrastructure costs:
Virtual labs eliminate the need for expensive
equipment, chemicals, and dedicated laboratory
space, which can result in significant cost
savings for
Educational institutions.
Lower maintenance and safety costs:
There are fewer maintenance and safety
concerns with virtual labs compared to physical
ones.

11. Advantages:
•3. Safety:
•Minimized risk:
•Virtual labs can reduce the potential hazards associated
with working in a physical laboratory, as users are not
exposed to dangerous chemicals or equipment.
•Safe for high-risk experiments:
•Users can perform experiments that might be too
dangerous in a physical setting, such as handling hazardous
substances or operating dangerous machinery.

12. Advantages:
•4. Repetition and Control:
•Repeatability:
Virtual experiments can be repeated multiple times,
allowing students to practice and refine their skills.
•Precise control:
Users can manipulate variables in a controlled
manner, ensuring consistent and reliable results.

13. Advantages:
5.Enhanced Learning:
•Self-paced learning:
Virtual labs can accommodate different learning
speeds and allow users to progress at their own
pace.
•Visualizations and simulations:
They often include interactive graphics and
animations that make it easier to understand
complex scientific concepts.

14. Disadvantages
Limited Real-world Experience:
Lack of tactile feedback: Virtual labs cannot
replicate the physical sensations and
tactile feedback experienced in real
laboratories.
•Limited exposure:
Students may miss out on the hands-on
experience and skills development that
physical labs provide.

15. Disadvantages
Technology Dependence:
•Technical issues:
Virtual labs are dependent on internet
connectivity and the reliability of the platform,
which can lead to disruptions in the learning
process.
•Inadequate infrastructure:
Some students may not have access to the
required technology or may struggle with the
learning curve of using virtual laboratory
platforms.

16. Disadvantages
Reduced Social Interaction:
•Isolation:
Virtual labs may contribute to a sense of
isolation, as they lack the social interactions
and collaborative learning opportunities found
in physical labs.
•Limited interaction with instructors:
It can be challenging for students to receive
immediate feedback and guidance from
instructors or teaching assistants.

17. Disadvantages
Reduced Social Interaction:
•Virtual Labs reduces the direct interaction
between students and each other, and
between students and teachers, given that
the communication between them is
electronically most of the time.
•Due to the experiment in virtual lab can
repeat as many times as necessary, student
will get insensitive to failure and danger in
a real situation.

18. Disadvantages
Limited Scope:
•Not suitable for all experiments:
Virtual labs are most effective for experiments
that can be simulated digitally, but they may
not be suitable for experiments requiring
specialized equipment or highly complex
interactions.
Potential for Academic Dishonesty:
•Cheating and plagiarism:
Virtual labs may facilitate academic
dishonesty, as students could potentially copy

19. Disadvantages
•They require computer devices with high
specifications in order to simulate the exact
phenomena with full details and create a
three-dimensional virtual lab.
•They require professional programmers
with strong skills in different programming
languages. They also require a team of
experts in the scientific material, teachers,
and experts in psychology.

20. Virtual Laboratories
Ultimately, the choice between virtual and
physical laboratories depends on the specific
educational goals, budget, and the nature of
the experiments being conducted. Some
educational institutions may use a
combination of both to maximize the benefits
of each approach.

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