Weekly Learning Activity Instructions: Ethics in Research

Objective:

Engage with this week’s learning activity to deepen your understanding of the importance of ethics in research. This activity involves reading a key article and summarizing its main concerns.

Instructions:

1. Reading Assignment:

• Visit the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) website.
• Read the article titled, “What Is Ethics in Research & Why Is It Important?” to gain insights into the ethical considerations and principles that guide research practices. [link below]

1. Summary Writing:

• After reading the article, write a comprehensive summary that captures the essence of the author’s main concerns.
• Your summary should be NO MORE THAN 500 words in length.
• Highlight key points discussed in the article, including ethical challenges, principles, and the significance of maintaining ethical standards in research.
• Provide specific examples or case studies mentioned in the article that illustrate the importance of ethical conduct in research.

1. Review and Submission:

• Prior to submission, carefully review the assignment rubric to ensure your summary meets the required criteria.
• Ensure your summary is well-organized, clearly written, and free of grammatical errors.
• Support your points with references to the article and other relevant scholarly sources, if needed.

Additional Guidelines:

• Use headings and subheadings to organize your summary and enhance readability.
• Reflect on how the ethical principles discussed in the article can be applied to your own research or professional practice.
• Adhere to academic writing standards, including proper citation and formatting.

Visit the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences website and read the article titled, “What Is Ethics in Research & Why Is It Important?”: 

Why is Ethics Important?