Ethics in Research
Ethics in Research 80 words
(Ethics in Research)
Ethics in research are fundamental principles guiding the conduct of scientific inquiry, ensuring integrity, respect, and responsibility towards participants, society, and the scientific community. Central to ethical research is the principle of beneficence, which prioritizes the well-being of participants, minimizing harm and maximizing benefits. Respect for autonomy emphasizes the right of individuals to make informed decisions about their participation, necessitating informed consent and protection of privacy and confidentiality. Justice mandates equitable distribution of risks and benefits, avoiding exploitation or discrimination.
Researchers must adhere to professional standards, including honesty, transparency, and accountability in reporting and dissemination of findings. Ethical considerations extend beyond human subjects to encompass animal welfare and environmental impact. Ethical review boards or Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) play a crucial role in evaluating research proposals to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations.
Violations of research ethics can have serious consequences, compromising scientific integrity, damaging trust, and causing harm to individuals or communities. Therefore, upholding ethical standards is not only a moral imperative but also essential for the credibility and sustainability of scientific research.
(Ethics in Research)
As noted in your book, psychological testing is often used in behavioral and social research. Most colleges and universities have a committee dedicated to approving human participant research, called the Institutional Review Board. In the past, certain types of research undertaken using human participants have been considered unethical. Refer to the Stanford Prison Experiment study, by clicking the title or the link provided below.
Based on the findings of this study and others, discuss what you consider to be important prerequisites for conducting research on human behavior by using human participants. Be sure to incorporate information on ethical principles drawn from the online content, the textbook, and other credible, scholarly sources such as the APA website listed below to substantiate the points you are making. Apply APA standards for citations of sources.
Explain the importance of the Zimbardo study in guiding our decision-making as related to testing and research.
Zimbardo, Z.P. (2009). The Stanford prison experiment. Retrieved from http://www.prisonexp.org/
American Psychological Association. (2010a). Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct 2010 Amendments. Standard 8 : Research and Publication. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/ethics/code/index.aspx
American Psychological Association. (2010b). Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct 2010 Amendments. Standard 9 : Assessment. Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/ethics/code/index.aspx
Grading Criteria Maximum Points Quality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions 16 Quality of responses to classmates 12 Frequency of responses to classmates 4 Reference to supporting readings and other materials 4 Language and grammar 4 Total: 40
