Module 4: Research Ethics

“All researchers must consider their ethical obligations throughout the entire research process.”

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this module you should be able to:

  • Define research ethics
  • Explain the role of a research ethics board (REB)
  • Explain ethical principles such as respect for human dignity, concern for welfare, and justice
  • Consider a researcher’s ethical obligations to communities
  • Identify examples of research involving human subjects that have caused harm
  • Familiarize yourself with relevant ethical policies and documents at your institution, in your home country, and/or internationally
  • Determine whether your research project requires review by a research ethics board
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Module 4: Lessons
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Module 4: Summary & Assignment