STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF THE VIRTUAL LABORATORY IN EDUCATION IN CHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGY AMONG STUDENTS AND SCHOOLCHILDREN

Abstract

This article examines the impact of the use of virtual laboratories in the educational process in the disciplines of chemistry and biology among students and schoolchildren. Virtual laboratories are interactive digital environments that allow you to simulate experiments and research processes, which contributes to a deeper assimilation of educational material. The study analyzed the results of using virtual laboratories in various educational institutions, as well as assessed their advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional teaching methods. The data obtained showed that virtual laboratories can increase the level of student engagement, improve their practical skills and understanding of complex concepts, which is especially important in conditions of limited access to real laboratories. The conclusions of the study emphasize the prospects of integrating virtual laboratories into the educational process as an effective tool for developing scientific thinking and improving the quality of education in natural sciences. Keywords: virtual laboratory, chemical education, biological education, digital learning, interactive technologies, educational process, scientific thinking, educational technologies, distance learning, experimental skills.