This course equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to engage with historical and contemporary research ethics and consider procedural research ethics codes. It teaches you to recognize what the expectations for a researcher are regarding research ethics. This will help you reflect on your identity and take steps to develop an aspirational research ethics stance.
Syllabus 5
What Are Research Ethics? 1.5 hours
This module introduces the foundations of research ethics and their importance in conducting high-quality human research. You will explore key ethical principles, examine how ethical considerations can vary across contexts and communities, and learn how to apply research ethics guidelines when desi…
The History of Human Research Ethics 1.5 hours
This module explores the historical foundations of human research ethics and the lessons learned from past examples of unethical research. You will examine how research ethics standards have evolved, develop an understanding of the responsibilities researchers have towards participants, and recogni…
The Role of Human Research Ethics Boards 1.5 hours
This module explores the ethical principles, frameworks, and governance structures that guide contemporary human research. You will examine the core concepts of beneficence, autonomy, and justice, learn about the role of research ethics boards and review processes, and consider how evolving researc…
Culturally Responsive Research Ethics 1.5 hours
This module explores how researchers can move beyond minimum ethical requirements and adopt a more reflective, culturally responsive approach to research ethics. You will examine a range of ethical frameworks, consider how identity, culture, and power influence the research process, and learn how t…
Research Ethics for Beginners Glossary and References 10 minutes
In addition to the glossary you’ll find woven throughout the course, you can find the full glossary collated in one place here.
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Financial aid is often approved for students in India (apply 15 days before you need it).
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