Integrating Biotechnology Virtual Labs into Online Education Platforms: Balancing Information Security and Enhanced Learning Experiences

Year 2024, , 110 - 124, 30.10.2024

Zhenzhen Wu

https://doi.org/10.28978/nesciences.1569211

Abstract

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)-enabled virtual labs to offer an online educational experience utilizing computer-based teaching resources (scenes, simulations, and remote-trigger activities) to enhance the active studying experience. This article discusses a project established to improve university and college instruction, which is evolving into a sophisticated training setting for addressing the geographical, social, and financial obstacles in the interdisciplinary domain of science learning, particularly in India. A pedagogical assessment was conducted through seminars and online comments to examine the function of biotechnology simulations in the contemporary school system, involving various student and instructor groups from many Indian institutions. This chapter discusses the utilization of biotechnology virtual laboratories in biotechnology to enhance teaching and learning processes through user involvement and how these technologies successfully mitigate the challenges of laboratory schooling, particularly in remote regions. The findings from user feedback evaluation indicate that online laboratories are advisable to incorporate into blended classes in giant classrooms to improve self-sufficient instruction and enhance virtual laboratory education in isolated and financially disadvantaged institutions.

Keywords

Online education platform, information security, learning experience, virtual laboratory, biotechnology

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