Virtual laboratories and their inclusion in a rural educational institution
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virtual laboratory, chemistry, inclusionAbstract
This essay aims at discussing how virtual laboratories impact educational inclusion for high school and middle school chemistry students in a rural educational institution. It objectively examines virtual laboratories and educational inclusion, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of these digital resources and the various perspectives on their relationship. Virtual laboratories, as pedagogical tools, are increasingly used in education, enabling students to conduct experiments in a safe, controlled environment without needing complex infrastructure, costly equipment, or hazardous materials. The essay also supports the idea that virtual laboratories are a cost-effective alternative, as infrastructure investment, reagents or similar costs, are they significantly reduced or zero. This leads to more efficient financial management in educational institutions, allowing for the reinvestment of resources into computer equipment that improves coverage and accessibility for students. As a result, virtual laboratories help bridge the gap in inclusion and access to information, enabling students to access educational experiences and resources from anywhere in the world.
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