Labster Bolsters Simulations with Additional Science Learning Resources

Virtual lab company Labster has expanded its portfolio of learning resources with a variety of new offerings designed to complement its core science simulations. Updates on the platform include:

  • 38 new short simulations focused on specific concepts of techniques, adapted from existing full-length simulations;
  • Upgrades to existing simulations to improve the playing experience;
  • A new library of science images;
  • Additional 3D science animations on a range of topics;
  • Lab report templates for students;
  • Lab manuals for all simulations;
  • Accessibility updates;
  • Course translations in Spanish, German, French and Italian;
  • An updated catalog view that provides information on simulations' curriculum alignment, accessibility status and languages available; and
  • A bank of quiz questions without answers, for review or assessment (coming soon).

For more information, visit the Labster blog.

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