Difficulties of Using Virtual Laboratories in Teaching: From The Perspective of Faculty Members at The Faculty of Science, Ragdalin

Abstract

This study aims to identify the difficulties faced by faculty members in using virtual laboratories in teaching at the College of Science in Ragdaleen. To achieve the study's objectives, the researcher adopted a descriptive survey approach and used a questionnaire as a data collection tool. The research sample included 20 faculty members. Data were statistically analyzed using SPSS, using means, standard deviations, percentages, one-way ANOVA, and reliability.

Cronbach's alpha. The study results revealed several difficulties in employing virtual laboratories in various fields. Based on the results, the researcher recommends focusing on the following points: reducing the number of students in classrooms, allocating a permanent location for virtual laboratories with a sufficient number of computers, training faculty members on the effective use of virtual education, and providing multiple versions of virtual laboratory software within the College of Science.