Ethics- Research methods

Question 1

Ethics refers to…

Answer 1

• The principles and moral values that guide human behavior
• Help us identify the difference between right and wrong.

Question 2

In the UK, sociologists conducting research involving human participants typically need to seek approval from…

Answer 2

• Ethical Review Board
  or
• Research ethics committee

Question 3

What are the 7 key principles of research ethics:

Answer 3

1- Respect for participants
2- Integrity and honesty
3- Confidentiality and anonymity
4- Informed consent
5- Avoiding harm
6- Objectivity and avoiding bias
7- Responsible data management

Question 4

Respect for participants

Answer 4

Treating participants with dignity, obtaining informed consent and protecting their privacy

Question 5

Integrity & honesty

Answer 5

Avoiding plagarism, falsificaion, or misrepresentation of data

Question 6

Confidentiality & anonymity

Answer 6

Ensuring personal information is protected and used only for research purposes

Question 7

informed consent

Answer 7

Participants must voluntarily agree to participate after understanding the studies purpose, risks, and benefits

Question 8

Avoiding harm

Answer 8

Researchers must minimize any physical, psychological, or emotional harm to participants

Question 9

objectivity & avoiding bias

Answer 9

Ensuring research is conducted without personal or financial conflicts of interest

Question 10

Responsible data management

Answer 10

Properly collecting, storing, and analyzing data without manipulation