Part of the popular BERA/SAGE Research Methods in Education series, this is the first book to specifically focus on the ethics of Education research. Drawn from the authors’ experiences in the UK, Australia and mainland Europe and with contributions from across the globe, this clear and accessible book includes a wide range of examples The authors show how to: identify ethical issues which may arise with any research project gain informed consent provide information in the right way to participants present and disseminate findings in line with ethical guidelines All researchers, irrespective of whether they are postgraduate students, practising teachers or seasoned academics, will find this book extremely valuable for its rigorous and critical discussion of theory and its strong practical focus. Rachel Brooks is Professor of Sociology and Head of the Sociology Department at the University of Surrey, UK. Kitty te Riele is Principal Research Fellow in the Victoria Institute for Education, Diversity and Lifelong Learning, at Victoria University in Australia. Meg Maguire is Professor of Sociology of Education at King’s College London.
This book argues that in fact ethical principles must be shaped within different research practices and hence take on different significances according to varying research situations.
Contributors to this series review recentwork, raise critical concerns that are particular to the field of education,and reflect on the implications of research for educational policy andpractice.
Validity for what? Journal of Consulting Psychology, 10, 93–98. Kadir, K. A. (2008). Framing a validity argument for test use and impact: The Malaysian public service experience (esp. chapter 2 on history of validity p. 29).
This book poses questions on how to work ethically in research on science education. Applying research ethics reflectively and responsibly is fundamental for conducting research with people.
The Ethics of Educational Research
Ethics of Educational Research
This book explores different perspectives on the role, influence and importance of participants in education research.
Drawn from the authors' experiences in the UK, Australia and mainland Europe and with contributions from across the globe, this clear and accessible book includes a wide range of examples.
This book was originally published as a special issue of the International Journal of Research and Method in Education.
Using global case studies, this book examines the meaning of ethical research practice and raises questions about representation, power and empowerment in the field.