Ethics

Ethics

A principle of guided rights and wrong behavior ensuring fairness, respect, and accountability in research.

Informed Consent

The process of obtaining permission from participants before conducting research, ensuring they understand its purpose and methods.

Ethnocentrism

The belief that one's own culture or society is superior to others.

Do No Harm

An ethical principle requiring researchers to avoid causing physical, mental, or emotional injury to participants.

Cultural Relativism

The practice of understanding a culture on its own terms without judging it by the standards of another culture.

Advocacy Anthropology

A form of anthropology that aims to advocate for the rights and interests of particular groups, often in opposition to traditional ethnography.

Armchair Speculation

The practice of theorizing about societies and cultures without direct fieldwork or firsthand observation.

Intellectual Property

The rights associated with creations of the mind, such as research findings and creative works.

Decolonisation Process

Initiatives aimed at removing colonial influences and returning cultural artifacts and human remains to their communities of origin.

Reflexivity

The practice of researchers acknowledging their own biases and how these may shape research outcomes.

Harm Reduction

Strategies aimed at minimizing physical, emotional, or social harm to research participants.

Public vs. Private Sphere

The ethical challenge of navigating what is acceptable to document in research regarding personal and societal issues.

Moral Responsibility

The obligation to act ethically in considering the implications of research on communities and individuals.

Anonymity

The practice of ensuring participants' identities remain secret to protect their privacy.

Cultural Sensitivity

Respecting and being aware of local customs, beliefs, and values in research practices.

Institutional Review Board (IRB)

A committee that reviews and approves research involving human participants to ensure ethical standards are met.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method where the researcher immerses themselves in a community to observe and interact with participants.

Gatekeeping

The role of individuals or groups who control access to resources, information, or participation in research.

Triangulation

Using multiple methods or sources to gather data to enhance the credibility and validity of research findings.

Research Ethics

A set of principles and guidelines that aim to ensure the integrity of research and the welfare of participants.

Data Privacy

The protection of personal information collected during research to ensure that it is kept confidential and secure.

Voluntary Participation

The principle that participants should choose to participate in research freely, without coercion.

Sampling Techniques

Methods used to select individuals from a population for participation in research.

Mixed Methods Research

Combining qualitative and quantitative research techniques to provide a comprehensive understanding of a research question.

Reflexive Journaling

The practice of keeping a personal journal to reflect on one's thoughts and experiences during the research process.

Fieldwork

A research method involving the direct observation and participation in the everyday life of the study subjects within their environment.

Qualitative Research

Research that focuses on understanding the meaning and experiences of participants, often using interviews, focus groups, and content analysis.

Quantitative Research

Research that involves the systematic collection and analysis of numerical data to uncover patterns and test hypotheses.

Ethnography

“ethno” = people “graphy” = writing

Theoretical Framework

A structure that guides research by providing a clear foundation for the study, including theories and concepts relevant to the research question.

Participant Agency

The concept that participants have the right to make decisions about their involvement in research, including the ability to withdraw.

Cross-Cultural Research

Research that compares and contrasts different cultures to understand the variations and commonalities in human behavior.

Social Justice Research

focused on addressing issues of inequality, discrimination, + advocacy for marginalised communities.

Data Collection Methods

Various techniques used to gather information for research, including surveys, interviews, observations, and archival research.

Ethical Considerations

Factors researchers must assess to ensure that their research practices align with ethical standards, protecting the rights and well-being of participants.

Positionality

The acknowledgment of how a researcher's social location, background, and experiences influence their perspective and research process.

Data Saturation

The point in qualitative research when no new information is being discovered, indicating that data collection can cease.

Intersectionality

understanding how aspects of a person's identity (e.g. as race, gender, + class) intersect to shape their experiences.

Research Bias

Any tendency that skews research outcomes or interpretations, potentially impacting the validity and reliability of findings.

Co-creation of Knowledge

An approach where researchers and community members collaboratively develop knowledge, enhancing relevance and impact.

Ethical Review Process

The systematic evaluation of research proposals to ensure ethical standards are upheld before the study begins.

Intersubjectivity

Mutual understanding and shared meaning between researchers and participants, often crucial in qualitative research.

Cultural Competence

The ability of researchers to engage effectively with diverse cultures, ensuring respect and understanding in research practices.

Transcription Ethics

The ethical considerations in transcribing interviews, particularly concerning confidentiality and accuracy of representation.

Digital Ethnography

A method of ethnography that explores social interactions and culture through digital platforms and technology.