Ethical Issues Research Methods Flashcards
What are ethical issues?
These refer to the moral principles guiding research.
List the ethical issues there are
Guilty knowledge
Informed consent
Covert vs Overt research
Vulnerable Groups
Harm
Right To Withdraw
Confidentiality And privacy
What can guilty knowledge effect in ethical issues?
Guilty knowledge in sociology can create ethical dilemmas, as researchers may struggle with whether to report harmful information discovered during the study.
What can Informed consent effect in ethical issues
Informed consent in sociology ensures that participants are fully aware of the research purpose, methods, risks, and their right to withdraw, safeguarding their autonomy and protecting them from harm or exploitation.
What can covert vs overt research effect ethical issues
Covert research can raise ethical concerns about consent and deception, while overt research ensures transparency but may influence participants’ behavior.
What can Vulnerable Groups effect ethical issues
Research involving vulnerable groups can raise ethical issues related to informed consent, protection from harm, and ensuring confidentiality.
What can harm effect ethical issues
Harm in sociology research can raise ethical concerns about the well-being of participants and the responsibility to minimize any physical, emotional, or psychological damage.
What can Right To Withdraw effect ethical issues
The right to withdraw in sociology ensures ethical research by allowing participants to leave the study at any time without penalty, safeguarding their autonomy.
What can Confidentiality and Privacy affect ethical issues?
Confidentiality and privacy in sociology protect participants’ personal information, ensuring ethical research by preventing harm and maintaining trust.