LABORATORY METHOD

Presented byAmrutha Ramakrishnan

Nair 1st yr MSc nursing

LABORATORY

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.

GOALS

Observation and reasoning..

Improving understanding of

methods of scientific

enquiry.

GOALS

Developing problem solving

and doing by self skills.

Nurturing professional and

constructive attitude.

PURPOSES

VALUES

FOR THE STUDENTS

To experience a learning situation

To use the problem-solving approach

FOR THE STUDENTS

To translate theory into practice

To develop, to test and apply principles

FOR THE TEACHER

CONCEPT

Utilisation of problem solving approach

Modernisation of facilities

TECHNIQUES

Introductory phase

Work period

Culminating activities

Introductory phase

Establishment of

objectives

Plan of work

TEACHER PREPARATION

Selection of plan

Ensure proper equipments

Giving necessary instructions

Proper planning

STUDENT PREPARATION

Orientation and motivation

Understanding instructions

Formulate own plan

WORK PERIOD

Adequate equipments

Sufficient space, light

and ventilation activities

CULMINATING ACTIVITIES

Review of the plan Reports by students Presentation Summarization and

conclusions Tests or examinations

TEACHERS RESPONSIBILITY

Specify objectives

Outline general plan of activities

Arrange for needed facilities

Provide necessary equipment

TEACHERS RESPONSIBILITY

Prepare instructions

Plan for sequential learning experiences

Supervise students

Provide reinforcement

TEACHERS RESPONSIBILITY

Make self available

Summarize

STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY

Study necessary background material

Formulate own objectives

Seek assistance

Seek additional theoretical information

STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY

Validate actions with classmates

Summarize data

Report findings to group

Evaluate self

ADVANTAGES

GUIDELINES

Show respect for the student

Consider individual difference

Help every student

Move from simple to complex

GUIDELINES Familiarize the student with

the situation

Each student should grow personally and professionally

GUIDELINES

Should encourage each student to act independently

Well planned and well supervised