Ethical Dilemmas for Data Collection on Social Media
The wealth of material available online is irresistible to social researchers who are trying to understand contemporary experiences, perspectives, and events. The ethical collection and -use of such material is anything but straightforward. Find open-access articles that explore different approaches.
Research Ethics in an Ethics-Challenged World
The public is exposed to news stories about bad academic research behavior online. How can we counter this narrative and build credibility?
Research questions: Insider/Outsider perspectives
Do you think about research questions as an insider, outsider, or somewhere in between? Why is positionality important in online research?
Researchers collaborate to be PREPARED for the next global crisis
Given the difficulties that emerged with the global Covid pandemic, the European Commission funded the PREPARED project. The aim of the project is to develop an ethics and integrity framework to guide researchers working to prevent and address large-scale crises. Find meeting reports, recordings, and related posts.
Modern-Day Data Collection: Entering the Post-Pandemic Era
Learn about ethics and consent for online research from the perspective of an institutional review board member.
LGBTQ+ Research: Ethics, Methods, and Experiences in the Field
In the 2nd quarter of 2023 the Methodspace focus is on ways to collect data. Since June is Pride Month, let’s look at experiences of LGBTQ+ researchers, and methodological and ethical dilemmas.
Methods in Action: The Ethics of Studying Online Comments
What ethical issues face researchers who study online comments? Paul J. Reilly offers explanations and an open-access research case.
Holistic Thinking and Qualitative E-Research Design
Online researchers face design challenges because they must also consider the implications of the technologies used in the study. By using an iterative, holistic approach, you can look inter-related dimensions of the design.
Ethical Issues in Creative and Visual Research
Images or other creative expressions generated by participants can offer rich sources of data. What are the ethical issues in such studies, and how can we navigate them? Find examples and guidance in this collection of open-access articles.
Independent Research and IRB Reviews
Many Methodspace researchers conduct independent research, or are in situations where they do not have access to an Institutional Review Board or other ethics review options. Working with a private agency is an option, as described in this guest post.
Ethical Issues and Consent in Research with Indigenous Peoples
This post offers research examples in open-access articles about ethical, respectful, research with Indigenous people and communities.
Ethics in Big Data and Computational Social Science Research
This collection of open-access articles offers multiple perspectives on the use of Big Data and ethical protocols for computational research methods.
Ethics in Cross-Cultural Research
Sometimes we cross borders as well as cultures, other times we find very different cultures in our own neighborhoods. Ethical issues carry more weight when languages, norms, and expectations are grounded in cultural identities. This collection of open-access articles offers insights into research ethics in cross-cultural studies.
Informed Consent Agreements
Does a signed agreement verify that someone is truly informed and willing to volunteer as a research participant? There are no simple answers to this question! This collection of open-access articles offers a variety of perspectives on the forms used for informed consent agreements.
Ethical Dilemmas and Fair Practices in International Research
The Methodspace focus for August 2022 is on research ethics. While following the guidelines and protocols from your institution can be challenging, the dilemmas multiply when you conduct international research. Find open access resources and articles in this post.
Culturally Responsive Research Ethics
A discussion of ethical issues from Maria Lahman, author of the forthcoming book Culturally Responsive Qualitative Research.
Ethical Considerations for Interactional Research with Children
Jessica Lester and Michelle O’Reilly discuss ethics in sensitive research with children and youth, and offer practical tips.
Did you know that the journal "Research Ethics" is open access?
Research Ethics is a fully open-access SAGE Journal. Learn more in this post.
Avoid Fraud in Online Surveys
How can you reduce or eliminate fraudulent responses to online surveys? Jennifer Lawlor explains.
Ethics and Consent in Research with Vulnerable Participants
One of the topics of most concern for ethics reviewers is the inclusion of vulnerable participants. In this post find definitions and a collection of open-access articles.