Role of Virtual Biology Laboratories in Online and Remote Learning

Virtual laboratories encourage Internet based learning with the help of online protocols, simulations, animations, video-tutorials, self evaluation designed for each objectives and experiments in any area of science and technology. Remote access to instruments has further enhanced the utility of virtual laboratories and forms a strong laboratory constituent. The paper focuses on the application of virtualizing the concepts and experiments in biology through the use of virtual laboratories. The concepts in biology can be intensified in terms of student attention and virtual laboratories could be an appropriate platform and an effective teaching pedagogy. The role of virtual laboratories in biological sciences education to enhance higher education and collaborative learning with support flexible pedagogies is analyzed with a view to enhance teaching in the area.

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