Week 14: Ethical Theories in Scientific Research and Publication Ethics

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary focus of the student's comparison in research methods?

Qualitative vs Quantitative Research Methods (correct)

Literature Search vs Data Collection

Thesis Writing vs Research Processes

Theoretical vs Practical Research Methods

Which chapter of the syllabus covers the importance of ethics in research?

Chapter 14: Ethical Theories in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics (correct)

Chapter 7: Scientific Data Collection: Literature Search

Chapter 4: Scientific Research Processes

Chapter 10: Methods and Tools Used in Qualitative Data

What is the title of the book written by N. Karasar in 2021?

Scientific Research Methods

Methods and Tools Used in Quantitative Data

Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi Kavramlar İlkeler Teknikler (correct)

Research Methods: The Basics

What is the name of the author who wrote 'Research Methods A Practical Guide for Students and Researchers' in 2017?

W. Tan Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of the course on scientific research techniques and publication ethics?

To enable students to conduct research at international scientific standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Chapter 7 in the syllabus?

Scientific Data Collection: Literature Search Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a course content?

The relationship between science, theory and research Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of ethics in scientific research?

It is very sensitive and important Signup and view all the answers

What is a learning outcome of the course?

The student can discuss the basic concepts of scientific research Signup and view all the answers

How many chapters are dedicated to the discussion of data collection methods in the syllabus?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the chapter that follows the Midterm Exam in the syllabus?

Data Collection Methods and Tools Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized in the course?

The processes related to the design and realization of scientific research Signup and view all the answers

What skill do students acquire through the course?

The skill to use academic resources effectively Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the course on scientific research techniques and publication ethics?

The observation of ethical values in research Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the course on scientific research techniques and publication ethics?

The design and realization of scientific research Signup and view all the answers

What is a course objective?

To provide students with the ability to write scientific articles and thesis Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to cite opposite articles as references in scientific studies?

To provide a fair and balanced presentation of the research Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with scientific research being supported by commercial companies?

The studies are not conducted with scientific impartiality Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ethical issues in scientific research related to authorship?

The ranking of authors Signup and view all the answers

Why is interlaboratory cooperation necessary in some fields of research?

To share resources and expertise Signup and view all the answers

What is a common practice in some fields of research, where the senior researcher is listed as the first author?

In some cases, where the senior researcher is the primary contributor Signup and view all the answers

What is an unethical practice in authorship, according to the text?

Including the name of the head of the research institution in the list of authors Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider ethical issues in scientific research?

To ensure that the research is conducted with integrity Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the subjects in which ethical issues in scientific research should not be ignored?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of describing materials and methods in a research article?

To provide detailed information for readers to judge the value of the approaches Signup and view all the answers

Why is citing previous researchers' work important?

To provide additional information and resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Acknowledgments' section in a research article?

To recognize technical and secretarial services Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to describe the materials and methods in detail?

To provide clarity for readers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of citing previous research in a scientific article?

To provide context and respect other researchers' work Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of clearly describing materials and methods in a research article?

It allows readers to judge the value of the approaches Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to acknowledge the contributions of others in a research article?

To show respect for other researchers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of citing references in a scientific article?

To direct readers to additional information and resources Signup and view all the answers

What is multiple publication in the context of research?

Giving the same data and results in more than one publication Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of multiple publication?

Legal liability and copyright infringement Signup and view all the answers

What is similar to multiple publication?

Split publishing Signup and view all the answers

What can be detected through electronic indexes?

Multiple publication Signup and view all the answers

What is essential when publishing results from the same study in multiple articles?

Stating the connection between the articles Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Ethics Committees in research?

Examining research protocols and giving permission Signup and view all the answers

What is an important ethical rule regarding participants?

Keeping the identities of the participants confidential Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Objectives and Contents

The course aims to teach students to conduct academic research at international scientific standards
To enable students to choose the right data collection and analysis methods according to the research topic
To ensure students have the skills to conduct research using scientific methods and observing ethical values
To provide students with the ability to write scientific articles and thesis

Course Contents

Researching the basic concepts of philosophy and methodology of science
Comparing data types from various perspectives
Exemplifying data collection and analysis methods
Ensuring the skills of using academic resources effectively and transferring research results correctly
The relationship between science, theory, and research, and how the processes related to the design and realization of scientific research and its reporting are carried out

Learning Outcomes

The student knows research methods and the basic principles of scientific research
The student discusses the basic concepts and problems of scientific method and research process
The student decides which subject to deal with which research method
The student applies the necessary writing format to present a scientific research proposal and publish the results obtained in an academic context
The student compares quantitative and qualitative research methods
The student explains the importance of ethics in research

Syllabus

Basic Concepts: Science, Philosophy of Scientific Research
Introduction to Research Methods, Overview of Academic Literature
Thesis Writing Rules
Scientific Research Processes
Determining the Research Topic, Defining the Research Problem
Determining the Method and Model of the Research
Determination of the Research Population and Sample, Hypotheses and Aims
Scientific Data Collection
Data Collection Methods and Tools
Analysis of Data
Reporting of the Research
Ethical Theories in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics

Ethical Theories in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics

Multiple Publication: Publishing the same article in different languages or giving the same data and results in more than one publication
Split Publishing: Artificially dividing the results from a single study into more than one publication
Disrespect for Human-Animal Ethics: Research on humans and animals depends on the permission and control of ethical committees
One-Sided Publication: Scientific studies supported by commercial companies should be conducted with scientific impartiality
Ethical issues in scientific research also include:
- Ranking of authors
- Materials and methods
- Citation (references)
- ‘Thank you’ message in scientific publications

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This quiz covers the basic principles of academic research, including ethical theories and publication ethics, to enable students to conduct research at international scientific standards.