Laboratory method

The word laboratory was applied
originally to the experimental
study of natural science.
Webster

Procedure involving first
hand experience- with
primary source materials,
through which students can
acquire psychomotor as
well as mental skills

Planned learning
activity dealing with
original or raw data in
the solution of
problems.

 Observation and reasoning..
 Improving understanding of
methods of scientific
enquiry.

 Developing problem solving
and doing by self skills.
 Nurturing professional and
constructive attitude.

 To experience a learning
situation
 To use the problem-
solving approach

To translate theory into
practice
To develop, to test and
apply principles

 Utilisation of problem
solving approach
 Modernisation of
facilities

 Introductory phase
 Work period
 Culminating activities

 Establishment of
objectives
 Plan of work

 Selection of plan
 Ensure proper equipments
 Giving necessary instructions
 Proper planning

 Orientation and motivation
 Understanding instructions
 Formulate own plan

 Adequate equipments
 Sufficient space, light
and ventilation activities

 Review of the plan
 Reports by students
 Presentation
 Summarization and
conclusions
 Tests or examinations

 Specify objectives
 Outline general plan of activities
 Arrange for needed facilities
 Provide necessary equipment

 Prepare instructions
 Plan for sequential learning
experiences
 Supervise students
 Provide reinforcement

 Make self available
 Summarize

 Study necessary background material
 Formulate own objectives
 Seek assistance
 Seek additional theoretical
information

 Validate actions with classmates
 Summarize data
 Report findings to group
 Evaluate self

 Show respect for the student
 Consider individual difference
 Help every student
 Move from simple to complex

 Familiarize the student with
the situation
 Each student should grow
personally and professionally

 Should encourage each
student to act independently
 Well planned and well
supervised

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