Case Study: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile prepares students for labs with Labster virtual simulations

Preparing Students for Laboratories with Virtual Simulations

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile faced the challenge of preparing second-year biotechnology students with little to no prior experience for the complexities of physical laboratory work. To address this, the university utilized Labster's virtual lab simulations to provide a safe, introductory environment and to maximize the efficiency of limited instructional time.

Labster's solution provided realistic virtual simulations that allowed students to learn equipment skills and conduct experiments in a fraction of the time required in a physical lab. The results included improved student preparation and confidence, with teaching assistants reporting that students who used Labster entered the physical lab feeling familiar with the procedures. Furthermore, the visual and immersive nature of the simulations helped students achieve a more comprehensive understanding of complex scientific theory.

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Francisco Llull Kerrigan

Teacher Assistant