Construction of a virtual simulation laboratory for gene detection

OBJECTIVE: The current paper aims to discuss the development of a virtual simulation experiment teaching system and review its effectiveness in improving the teaching of clinical skills to college medical students. METHODS: Collaborators used 3D Studio Max, Unity 3D and Visual Studio to develop four modules: laboratory thinking training, biosafety training, gene testing and experimental assessment. Teaching was conducted and a virtual software program was used for evaluation of the students. RESULTS: The laboratory safety training system, virtual gene experiment system and experimental assessment system were developed. The results of the questionnaire survey show that the software provides good interactivity and guidance. The interest of medical students in study is improved and they received training in clinical experimental thinking. Student evaluation assists their scientific research practice, and can improve the awareness of biosafety. CONCLUSION: The virtual simulation experiment teaching system, when applied in the teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate experiment courses, can bring about rapid improvements in the following areas: biosafety awareness, interest in learning about experiments and experimental skills, clinical experimental thinking, and comprehensive experimental ability.