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Ethical Research : An introduction

Equip postgraduates with ethical research skills through interactive online courses led by world-class experts Dr. Douglas Halliday & Prof. Fiona Denney.

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Ethical Research : An introduction

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  1. Ethical Research: An introduction

  2. About Epigeum Developed through a unique process of global collaboration between world-class subject experts, partner institutions, and in-house specialists, Epigeum’s interactive, online courses make consistent, cost-effective training achievable for all. Item 2 item Watch our introductory video to find out more

  3. Introducing: Ethical Research Equip your postgraduates with a firm foundation in ethical research skills Item 2 item

  4. Programme Structure: Ethical Research • Core activities: approximately 4 hours • 2 courses, of 4 modules each • Each module equates to 30 minutes of activity Audience: Ethical Research • Master’s students • PhD students • Early career academics Item 2 item

  5. Lead Advisors: Research Skills Toolkit Dr Douglas Halliday is the Director of Durham University’s Global Challenge Centre for Doctoral Training. He is a Co-Director of Durham Institute and runs the Interdisciplinary Centre for Doctoral Training in Energy. His research interests are in the development of sustainable approaches to solar photovoltaic energy. Professor Fiona Denney is the Director of the Brunel Educational Excellence Centre, Brunel University, a member of the Executive Committee of the UK Council for Graduate Education, a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Fellow of the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA). Item 2 item

  6. Authors: Ethical Research modules • Dr Kate Chatfield(University of Central Lancashire, UK) • Prof Doris Schroeder (University of Central Lancashire, Cyprus) Item 2 item

  7. About Ethical Research The Ethical Research programme takes a new interdisciplinary approach which aims to train learners in the core skills needed to become an ethical researcher. • Becoming an Ethical Researchertakes a theoretical approach to learning about research ethics, covering ethical values, approaches to ethical decision making and exploring ethical challenges across a range of disciplines. • Research Ethics in Practiceexplores the practical application of ethics during a research project and covers working with human participants, data management, ethical approvals and working ethically in a global environment. Item 2 item Watch our introductory video to find out more about the programme

  8. Key benefits: Ethical Research • Deliver core concepts through clear explanations, diagrams and accompanying activities • Highlight good ethical decision-making skills through authentic, multidisciplinary case studies and examples • Enable researchers to reflect on, and compare, their own contexts and attitudes via interactive polls • Enrich learners’ educational experience through additional information and activities, embedded throughout every module • Test and solidify what has been learnt with end-of-module, multiple-choice quizzes • Explore ethical concerns in multiple areas, including the social sciences, arts and humanities, STEM, medicine and public health, and business Item 2 item

  9. Ethical Research Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 1 Engaging animations, infographics and diagrams introduce key concepts clearly and accessibly

  10. Ethical ResearchResearch Ethics in Practice Module 2 ‘Learn more’ pods allow for additional learning Interactive activities effectively strengthen learners’ understanding

  11. Ethical Research Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 3 Interactive diagrams deliver information engagingly Interactive text boxes allow learners to express their experiences and opinions, and later evaluate these in the context of knowledge gained through each module

  12. Ethical ResearchResearch Ethics in Practice Module 4 Authentic video interviews offer insight into real-life examples and scenarios

  13. Ethical Research Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 3 Regular polls provide opportunities for learners to anonymously contribute their opinions on key issues

  14. Becoming an Ethical Researcher modules: Module 1: Ethical decision-making? • Thinking about right and wrong • Thinking about consequences 1 • Thinking about consequences 2 • Taking a virtue approach • Applying the Golden Rule • Acting on empathy Module 2: Underpinning values for ethical research • The values-based approach • Fairness • Respect • Care • Honesty Item 2 item

  15. Becoming an Ethical Researcher modules: Module 3: Ethical concerns associated with different forms of research • Positioning research ethics • Research ethics codes • Ethical challenges for research in different fields • Ethical challenges for interdisciplinary research Module 4: Ethical concerns associated with different research methods and activities • Fields and methods • Ethical and challenges for quantitative research methods 1 • Ethical and challenges for quantitative research methods 2 • Ethical and challenges for qualitative research methods 1 • Ethical and challenges for qualitative research methods 2 • Ethical and challenges for desk-based methods • Ethical and challenges for art-based methods 1 • Ethical and challenges for art-based methods 2 • Ethical challenges for animal research Item 2 item

  16. Research Ethics in Practice modules: Module 1: Working with human participants • Human research participants at risk? • The nature of informed consent 1 • The nature of informed consent 2 • The nature of informed consent 3 • Seeking informed consent • Informed consent in complex circumstances • Anonymity, confidentiality, and General Data Protection Regulation 1 • Anonymity, confidentiality, and General Data Protection Regulation 2 Module 2: Understanding research ethics approval • Research ethics committees • Do I need ethics approval for my research? • Seeking research ethics approval 1 • Seeking ethics research approval 2 Item 2 item

  17. Research Ethics in Practice modules: Module 3: Working ethically in challenging circumstances • Going in with your eyes open • Broadening your perspective • Coping with the unexpected Module 4: Working ethically in a global environment • Exploitation • The benefits of research • Benefit sharing 1 • Benefit sharing 2 • A global code of conduct against ethics dumping 1 • A global code of conduct against ethics dumping 2 Item 2 item

  18. Implementation support • Choose to embed the programme in your VLE or provide access through our dedicated online platform • Utilise administrator reporting functions to explore how your staff and students are responding to the course • Drive student and staff engagement via a suite of print and digital promotional resources, included in your ‘Asset Pack’ • Request technical support via our dedicated web form: https://www.epigeum.com/epigeum-technical-support/ Item 2 item

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