The theoretical, practical and ethical considerations influencing choice of topic, choice of method and the conduct of research Flashcards
(7 cards)
The PREVERT Model
Practical - Factors such as time, cost, and access to participants
Ethical - Whether the research adheres to ethical guidelines, including consent, confidentiality, and protection from any harm
Reliability - If the research produces consistant results, if repeated under similar circumstances
Validity - if the research measures what it intends to measure, and if finding accurately reflect the reality being studied
Examples - specifical sociological theories that illustrate the application of different research methods
Representativeness - asses whether the sample in a study is good and representative of the broarder population being studied
Theoretical - considers he theoretical perspectives
Practicality is the first thing you have to address when conductin research.
What model can be used to asses practicality?
The TRAMP Model
The TRAMP Model
Time - large scale surveys may take a long time to complete and analyse
Research interest - whether the research is ethical or not. Desire for promotional and career success.
Access - whether the area is easy to investigate or not
Money - Large scale surveys and participant observation can take a lot of money. Who is paying for the research?
Personal reasons - the usefullness of the research to the researcher
What model can be used to asses ethics?
The DRIPS Model
The DRIPS Model
Deception (Honesty)
Right to Withdraw (Stopping)
Informed consent (Permission)
Privacy (Confidentiality)
Safety (Harm)
Generalisability definition
If the sample is representative, then you can generalise the results to the wider population.
Objectivity definition
Ensure their own values and beliefs have not influenced the design or carrying it out of the research. Ensure we avoid bias.
