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Certificate of Achievement

Dr. Naraginti Amareswaran Reddy

has completed the following course:

Why Ethics Matter: Ethical Research

Griffith University and Deakin University

This online course explored ethical principles relevant to research and drew on both historical and current case studies to highlight the importance of applying these principles in practice. The course covered topics relating to conflicts of interest in research, academic integrity as well as specific considerations for research involving vulnerable populations and animals. It presented tips for navigating an ethics application and practical strategies for achieving ethical research outcomes.

2 weeks, 3 hours per week

Nick Barter

Professor, Academic Director Griffith Online

Griffith University

Christopher Stevenson

Associate Professor of Epidemiology

Deakin University

100%
overall score

Transcript

Learning outcomes

  • Discuss the value of ethical conduct in research
  • Interpret ethical principles to apply theory to practice
  • Apply a framework to support ethical research design

Syllabus

  • The role of ethics in research today and the historical context
  • Core principles underpinning ethical codes
  • Identifying conflicts of interest and managing bias
  • Navigating ethical dilemmas and repercussions of unethical behavior
  • Special considerations for research involving people and animals
  • Preparing for the ethics application

Issued on 19th December 2019

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Free online course:

Why Ethics Matter: Ethical Research

Griffith University