1 | Introduction to research and research ethics |
2 | Nature of science & Nature of scientific research |
3 | Main concepts in research and research design |
4 | Qualitative research design, its purpose and method of data collection and analysis |
5 | Quantitative research design, its purpose and method of data collection and analysis |
6 | Correlational and quasi-experimental studies - 1 |
7 | Correlational and quasi-experimental studies - 1 |
8 | Overview of ethical issues with qualitative and quantitative research
Protection of Human Subjects
Informed Consent and Its Components
Ethical Treatment of Human Participants
Vulnerable Populations and Special Considerations
Privacy and Confidentiality in Research |
9 | Midterm Exam |
10 | Ethical Conduct of Research
Data Integrity and Management
Avoiding Plagiarism and Academic Integrity
Research Fraud and Misconduct
Conflicts of Interest
Replication and the Scientific Method |
11 | Intellectual Property and Scientific Integrity
Patents, Copyright, and Ownership
Plagiarism and Attribution in Scientific Publishing
Open Access and Data Sharing
Commercialization of Research
Ethics in Collaborative Research |
12 | Emerging Ethical Challenges
AI and Machine Learning: Ethical Considerations
Environmental Ethics and Research
Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies |
13 | Ethical Leadership in Research
Ethical Decision-Making Models
Ethical Leadership and Mentorship
Fostering an Ethical Research Culture
Ethical Responsibilities in the Scientific Community
Professional Codes of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines |
14 | Global and Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Research Ethics
Ethical Relativism vs. Universal Ethics
Cultural Variations in Research Ethics
International Collaborations and Ethical Challenges
Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in Multinational Research Projects
Ethical Considerations in Fieldwork and Research Abroad |