Ethics Module

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What activities are considered part of human research?

  • Watching educational videos
  • Participating in physical exercise programs
  • Attending social events
  • Undergoing medical testing or treatment (correct)

What is encompassed by the term 'human participants' in research?

  • Using public transportation
  • Taking part in surveys, interviews, or focus groups (correct)
  • Attending public events
  • Engaging in recreational activities

What is the scope of low risk studies?

  • Activities involving high physical risk
  • Activities where participants are unlikely to suffer burden or harm (correct)
  • Activities with guaranteed benefits
  • Activities causing mild discomfort

What is included in the concept of 'burdens' in research?

<p>Research that is intrusive or causes discomfort (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered part of human research in terms of data collection?

<p>Access to personal documents or materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'quality assurance (QA)' refer to?

<p>Processes to maintain the quality of research (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'human research' encompass in terms of body organs, tissues, or fluids?

<p>Collection and use of body organs, tissues, or fluids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Foot's argument, why is it permissible for the trolley driver to turn the trolley?

<p>Turning the trolley results in killing one person instead of five. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Milgram obedience experiment, what role did the 'teacher' play?

<p>The 'teacher' was the one administering the shocks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Stanford Prison Experiment for the guards?

<p>The guards became cruel. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the 'Shopping & Racism' video clip, what was the effect of a more offensive/racist sales clerk on bystanders?

<p>Bystanders became more cautious of goods. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Foot argue that it is not permissible for the transplant surgeon to use the backpacker's organs?

<p>Using the backpacker's organs is morally worse than letting five people die. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of shedding responsibility to authority in the Milgram experiment?

<p>It led to more obedience. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the 'Shopping & Racism' video clip, what was the bystanders' response to the offensive/racist sales clerk?

<p>Bystanders did not defend the shopper. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the 'teacher' in the Milgram experiment?

<p>The 'teacher' was the one administering the shocks. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What ethical concerns were raised in the Zimbardo/Stanford Prison Experiment?

<p>Concerns about the participants' well-being. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of data collected for QA purposes in PACE?

<p>To improve service delivery and outcomes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for QA-based activities in terms of Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approval?

<p>Not formal HREC approval, but must be carried out ethically (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for students assisting in QA to be acknowledged in?

<p>The release of results (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do PACE research activities at Macquarie University require ethics approval?

<p>From the Macquarie University Human Research (or Animal Research) Ethics Committees (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What ethical principles should be adhered to for research activities undertaken externally to Macquarie University?

<p>Merit and integrity, beneficence, respect, risk assessment, and consent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What data collection methods can PACE students safely undertake on placement?

<p>Interviews, focus groups, face-to-face and online questionnaires, and participant observation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for ethical conduct during PACE activities?

<p>Demonstrating self-awareness, fairness, respect, and understanding the risks and processes related to consent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for research-based PACE activities?

<p>They must be low risk and not pose more than minimal risk or burden to participants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for dissemination of research and quality assurance outputs?

<p>It may require alternative reporting formats and should not include identifiable data without participant consent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for working with Indigenous people and/or communities?

<p>Best practices should be followed when encountering Indigenous participants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is quality assurance with minors permitted?

<p>With prior consent from guardians and following necessary procedures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for informed consent from participants?

<p>Informed consent is required from participants, especially minors, Indigenous participants, or other vulnerable populations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for reporting ethics issues and breaches of ethics?

<p>Students should follow the procedure for reporting ethics issues and breaches of ethics outlined in the PSY399 guidelines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for carrying out illegal activities during research?

<p>Illegal activities should be avoided during research (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Ethics and Guidelines for Student Research and Quality Assurance Activities

  • Students must have an emergency contact in case of incidents during research activities.
  • Research-based PACE activities must be low risk and not pose more than minimal risk or burden to participants.
  • Illegal activities should be avoided during research, and consent forms should state that research is confidential except as required by law.
  • Quality assurance with minors is permitted with prior consent from guardians and following necessary procedures.
  • Students should carry their Macquarie student ID card and a letter confirming approval to conduct research.
  • Best practices for working with Indigenous people and/or communities should be followed when encountering Indigenous participants.
  • Students should follow the procedure for reporting ethics issues and breaches of ethics outlined in the PSY399 guidelines.
  • Informed consent is required from participants, especially minors, Indigenous participants, or other vulnerable populations.
  • Final research and quality assurance outputs must be returned to the partner representatives and presented in a format accessible to stakeholders.
  • Dissemination of research and quality assurance outputs may require alternative reporting formats and should not include identifiable data without participant consent.
  • Philippa Foot's "Trolley Problem" is referenced as an example of ethical considerations in decision-making.

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