ERIC Number: EJ1414188
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 36
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ISSN: ISSN-1360-2357
EISSN: EISSN-1573-7608
Impact of a Virtual Chemistry Lab in Chemistry Teaching on Scientific Practices and Digital Competence for Pre-Service Science Teachers
Education and Information Technologies, v29 n3 p2805-2840 2024
It might be challenging for pre-service science teachers to apply their theoretical knowledge in the laboratory. Any attempt to shift the perspective in chemistry will necessitate the creation of novel techniques for elucidating theoretical themes. Examining how a virtual chemistry lab has affected the evolution and trend of scientific practice and digital competence throws insight into the far-reaching implications of technology's rapid expansion. For this reason, a total of 64 pre-service science teachers participated in the current study; 34 were assigned to the experimental group and 30 to the control group. The study included semi-structured interviews, a scale for assessing scientific practice, and a digital competence test both before and after the experiment. The results showed that the experimental group, who received their standard chemistry education alongside a VCHL, advanced significantly in their scientific practices and digital competence. The experimental group's time spent in the online chemistry lab was a fascinating learning opportunity. This study is valuable for those planning careers in education because it presents a wide range of tried-and-true approaches, current-events-based applications, and forward-thinking ideas for teaching chemistry via a virtual chemistry lab. The challenges of VCHL deployment have been highlighted, indicating potential for future research.
Descriptors: Laboratories, Virtual Classrooms, Chemistry, Science Education, Preservice Teachers, Science Teachers, Electronic Learning, Computer Simulation, STEM Education, Influences, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Science Instruction, Digital Literacy, Internet
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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