Ethical and Methodological Dilemmas in Education Research

2021 ◽  
Vol 42 (1&2) ◽  
pp. 206-223
Author(s):  
Pauline McLean
Keyword(s):  
Education Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Code Of Ethics ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Learning Goals ◽  
Methods Courses ◽  
Pedagogical Strategies ◽  
Human And Social Sciences

This paper utilized a non-empirical theoretical research framework for the purpose of examining possible solutions to the ethical and methodological dilemmas facing educational researchers. Two questions guided the examination: a) How relevant is research ethics in education research? and b) Which paradigm is a good fit for education research? A study of over two decades of seminal works and conference presentations revealed that education research is subject to the same professional code of ethics and guidelines as other Human and Social Sciences Research; therefore, educational researchers should avoid questionable practices by adhering to the “relativist utilitarian ethics of consequences” in the research process. While no single paradigm was identified as a good fit for education research, the quantitative–qualitative continuum, mixed–methods research, and alternative ways of teaching research methods courses were considered as possible approaches for addressing the methodological dilemmas that educational researchers encounter. Instructors of research methods courses are therefore expected to reflect on and re-evaluate the different ways in which philosophy, pedagogical strategies, and learning goals influence the redesign of their course.

scholarly journals Studerendes caseundersøgelser som omdrejningspunkt for forskningsbaseret holdundervisning

2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (14) ◽  
pp. 26-40
Author(s):  
Nina Bonderup Dohn ◽  
Birgitte Madelung
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Learning Goals ◽  
Work Study ◽  
Short Discussion ◽  
Pedagogical Design ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Use Of Research

Artiklen indledes med en diskussion af, hvori forskningsbaseret undervisning (FU) består. Vi bestemmer FU som undervisning, hvor studerende involveres som aktive deltagere i processen med at producere ny viden ved brug af forskningsmetode. Vores overordnede forskningsspørgsmål lyder: Hvilke muligheder giver et didaktisk design baseret på, at de studerende inddrages som bidragydere til forskningsprocessen, for at realisere de forskellige begrundelser for forskningsbaseret undervisning? Hvilke problemstillinger viser der sig i forsøget herpå? Spørgsmålet undersøges med fokus på læringsteoretiske begrundelser og filosofiske begrundelser for FU. Vi rapporterer resultater fra et følgeforskningsprojekt i et undervisningsforløb, designet ud fra vores bestemmelse af FU. I diskussionen argumenterer vi for, at de læringsteoretiske begrundelser har rimelige muligheder for at realiseres med det didaktiske design, mens de filosofiske begrundelser kræver mere understøttelse. Resultaterne peger på en række problemstillinger og barrierer for realiseringen af FU (i en bestemmelse som vores) og af begrundelserne for FU. Blandt disse er, at det didaktiske design indebærer en uvant arbejds- og studieform for de studerende, at der kan være en spænding mellem studieordningens faglige mål og FU (i en bestemmelse som vores), og at studerendes instrumentalistiske, erhvervsrettede mål kan være en barriere for realisering af de filosofiske begrundelser for FU. The article starts with a short discussion of different views on research-based teaching (RT). We characterize RT as teaching where students are involved as active participants in the process of producing new knowledge through the use of research methods. Our overall research question is: What possibilities does a pedagogical design based on involving students as contributors to the research process offer for realizing the different reasons for RT? What problems can arise? The research question is investigated with a focus on learning theoretical and philosophical reasons for RT. In the discussion we argue that the pedagogical design supports the learning theoretical reasons for using RT, but is less useful for the philosophical reasons. Our results point to a number of problems and barriers to the realization of RT (as characterized in our project) and of the reasons for RT, amongst which are the following: The pedagogical design involves an unfamiliar form of work/study for the students; tensions may exist between the subject-related learning goals of study regulations and RT (as characterized in our project); and students’ instrumental, job-oriented goals may constitute a barrier to the realization of the philosophical reasons for RT.

scholarly journals Methodology of prospective and current research in finance

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 46-60
Author(s):  
I Alieksieiev ◽  
◽  
A Mazur ◽  
A Moroz ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Financial Measures ◽  
Basic And Applied Research ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Financial Research

The article deals with issues related to research methodology in the financial field. An important aspect of the author's approach is a new look at the research, which is proposed to be considered as prospective and current. The argument for this approach is the need to combine traditional basic and applied research into a group of prospective, ie those that result in some long-term goals and can usually result in scientific novelty. Instead, current research is no less practical. It is through current research that the necessary measures are being implemented. This applies to technical, technological, organisational, economic and financial measures, which ultimately provide some improvement in the activities of any entity. The characteristics of prospective and current research are given, which determine the differences between them. In particular, such characteristics are: the expected result, the tools for the study and the composition of researchers - performers of prospective or current research. Based on the division of research into prospective and current, the different directions of these types of scientific and practical research are determined. It is noted that the formulation of tasks of different purpose and nature requires the definition of certain pre-defined sets of research methods. Narrowing of methodical tools can lead to erroneous results. Instead, an integrated approach, formulated not only for a hypothetical goal and potential outcome, but also for the choice of research methods, is an important safeguard against erroneous conclusions. To do this, a matrix has been developed, in which complexes of research methods (for several examples) have been formed, which will allow to obtain the most substantiated result of the research, both prospective and current. Such examples are: economic and social efficiency of financial research, public policy in the field of finance, funding schemes for research. A study of well-known empirical and theoretical research methods has been carried out, from the standpoint of the peculiarities of financial research in scientific and practical activities. In particular, examples from the financial sphere of possible searches, with the help of general methods of analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction and analogy, are investigated and given. From empirical methods examples of directions of possible researches, with use of comparison, experiment, modeling, are considered and resulted. The generally accepted and special characteristics of research in the field of finance are considered. Among them are important for financiers the concept of science and the need to master the scientific approach to financial research; the nature and characteristics of the research process; scientific (theoretical) base and financial aspects of research; research priorities; directions of research of natural and social sciences; stages of scientific research; methodological approach to the study of efficiency in finance. These issues are important for researchers, as well as for students and graduate students studying in financial educational-professional and educational-scientific programs.

scholarly journals Exploring a Fourth Space for Composition Studies Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
John R. Baker ◽  
◽  
Patrick Bizzaro ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Composition Studies ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Research ◽  
Core Composition ◽  
Part Structure ◽  
Definition Of

The research methods landscape has the potential to be quite diverse. However, the paradigmatic battles between the two empirical research camps (quantitative and qualitative) and the more recent embracement of mixed-methods research has narrowly focused many fields’ attention, including that of composition studies, away from other sorts of useful methods, such as theoretical research. To address this, this sequential two-part study compares and contrasts the (a) purpose, (b) instruments, (c) data, and (d) structure of quantitative and qualitative research. Drawing on this four-part structure, this study advances composition studies research methods literature by posing and testing a definition of theoretical research through an examination of full-length core composition studies texts (N = 12). The article concludes by explaining the study’s relevance to the field and offering directions for future research.

scholarly journals Sociology and Social Work Undergraduates’ Experiences Participating in a Research Project on Campus Sexual Assault and Misconduct

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 46-58 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Donley ◽  
Alexis Paige
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Methods Courses ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Social Work Research ◽  
Campus Sexual Assault ◽  
Acceptance Scale ◽  
Introductory Classes

In this article, we discuss the application of a collaborative, team-based, semester-long research project in undergraduate sociology and social work research methods courses at a midsize southeastern university. The goal of the endeavor was to engage undergraduates in research on students’ perceptions and knowledge about sexual assault and misconduct on their college campus. Surveys focusing on sexual assault and misconduct modeled after the Association of American Universities’ Campus Climate Survey and the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale were distributed to students in introductory classes on campus. The data from the surveys were then used in various assignments in the social work and sociology research methods courses to demonstrate to students the multitude of steps involved in the research process. The assignments culminated in a research paper and presentation at the end of the semester. We use data collected from end of the semester student evaluations to better understand students’ learning experiences by participating in this hands-on research project in the sociology and social work methods courses.

Research Methods for Accounting and Finance

2016 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Research Topic ◽  
First Time

An essential text for accounting and finance students undertaking research for the first time. It demystifies the research process by providing the novice researcher with a must-have guide through all of the stages of the research process, from identifying a research topic to the finished project.

Peculiarities of family roles distribution in the marrige subsystem

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (152) ◽  
pp. 57-64
Author(s):  
O. O. Oliinyk ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Married Couples ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Psychological Climate ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Problem Analysis ◽  
Family Roles ◽  
Marital Relations ◽  
The Family

Changing the system of family values, views of the society on the significance and functioning of the family institution contribute to the transformation of marital role relationships in modern families. The already formed model of role interaction, the ability of spouses to define and clearly distribute family roles and to treat them responsibly is the important factors in building constructive marital relations and creating a favorable psychological climate in the family. Objective. The research deals with the analysis of the essence of the “family role” concept and the classification of family roles; experimental definition and analysis of the main types of family roles in marital relations. Methods. Theoretical research methods were used to solve the research problem: analysis of scientific psychological literature, generalization method, systematization of scientific information. To solve the second part of the set objective, the empirical research methods were used, such as: conversation, psychodiagnostic method “Distribution of roles in the family” by Yu.Ye. Alioshyna, L.Ya. Hofman, O.M. Dubrovska, and also the method of processing and quantitative and qualitative interpretation of results. The research was conducted during September-October 2020. The study involved 11 married couples (husband and wife) with different marital experience of 22 people aged 25 to 47 years (Kyiv). All the couples have children aged 1 to 20 years. The results of an empirical study of the peculiarities of family roles distribution showed that the roles of entertainment organizer (63.64 %), master (mistress), (72.73 % and 63.64 %), the family subculture organizer (54, 55 % and 45.45 %) women and men share almost equally; the roles of educator and “psychotherapist” is more typical for women (90.91 % and 81.82 %); The role of sexual partner and the partner responsible for material support is more often performed by men (90.91 % and 72.73 %). The prospects for further research are seen in the study of role interaction in the parental families of adolescents and young people as a prerequisite for their future family roles.

scholarly journals Resilient Research in the Field: Insights and Lessons From Adapting Qualitative Research Projects During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 ◽  
pp. 160940692110161
Author(s):  
Syahirah Abdul Rahman ◽  
Lauren Tuckerman ◽  
Tim Vorley ◽  
Cristian Gherhes
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Building Resilience ◽  
Digital Methods

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has seen the implementation of unprecedented social distancing measures, restricting social interaction and with it the possibility for conducting face-to-face qualitative research. This paper provides lessons from a series of qualitative research projects that were adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure their continuation and completion. By reflecting on our experiences and discussing the opportunities and challenges presented by crises to the use of a number of qualitative research methods, we provide a series of insights and lessons for proactively building resilience into the qualitative research process. We show that reflexivity, responsiveness, adaptability, and flexibility ensured continuity in the research projects and highlighted distinct advantages to using digital methods, providing lessons beyond the COVID-19 context. The paper concludes with reflections on research resilience and adaptation during crises.

scholarly journals Mixed Methods Research in Developing Country Contexts: Lessons From Field Research in Six Countries Across Africa and the Caribbean

2021 ◽  
pp. 155868982110328
Author(s):  
Jamelia Harris
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Cultural Factors ◽  
Turn Of The Century ◽  
Research Experience ◽  
Design And Implementation ◽  
The Caribbean

Mixed methods research in developing countries has been increasing since the turn of the century. Given this, there is need to consolidate insights for future researchers. This article contributes to the methodological literature by exploring how cultural factors and logistical challenges in developing contexts interplay with mixed methods research design and implementation. Insights are based on the author’s research experience of using mixed methods in six projects across three African and three Caribbean countries. Three lessons are provided to aid researchers using mixed methods working in developing countries. First, cultural factors call for more reflexivity. Second, adopting a pragmatic research paradigm is necessary. And third, the research process should be iterative and adaptive.

scholarly journals Using Backward Design in Education Research: A Research Methods Essay †

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie L. Jensen ◽  
Elizabeth G. Bailey ◽  
Tyler A. Kummer ◽  
K. Scott Weber
Keyword(s):  
Education Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Backward Design

Replication of Special Education Research

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
pp. 205-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew C. Makel ◽  
Jonathan A. Plucker ◽  
Jennifer Freeman ◽  
Allison Lombardi ◽  
Brandi Simonsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Education Research ◽  
Success Rate ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Experimental Research ◽  
Journal Citation Report ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Publication History ◽  
Central Tenet ◽  
History Of

Increased calls for rigor in special education have often revolved around the use of experimental research design. However, the replicability of research results is also a central tenet to the scientific research process. To assess the prevalence, success rate, and authorship history of replications in special education, we investigated the complete publication history of every replication published in the 36 journals categorized by ISI Web of Knowledge Journal Citation Report as special education. We found that 0.5% of all articles reported seeking to replicate a previously published finding. More than 80% of these replications reported successfully replicating previous findings. However, replications where there was at least one author overlapping with the original article (which happens about two thirds of the time) were statistically significantly more likely to find successful results.

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