Case Study: McMaster University boosts biochemistry student engagement and lab readiness with Labster

McMaster University boosts student engagement to 82% with Labster

McMaster University's biochemistry faculty faced the challenge of implementing active learning in large introductory courses, particularly in preparing students with no experience for complex lab protocols and techniques. To overcome this, they implemented Labster's virtual lab simulations as pre-lab exercises to help students visualize and understand new concepts before entering the physical lab.

The solution implemented by Labster provided realistic simulations that allowed students to practice techniques and receive instant feedback through low-stakes quiz questions. This approach resulted in high student engagement, with 82% of students reporting they felt engaged by Labster and 97% finding it easy to use. The university also successfully used Labster simulations in a massive open online course (MOOC), which achieved double the average completion rate of most MOOCs.

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