Discussion 2: Ethics in Data Collection

Research ethics in qualitative research starts with thepresumption that the research process is the collaboration betweenresearcher, participants, and context. At the same time, the researcherrecognizes that she or he retains power over the data collection process, and the analysis and presentation of results.

As a qualitative researcher, consider how youmight accomplish your research objectives and biases with the feelingsand privacy of your participants and sources.

For this Discussion, you will explore the ethical challenges you will encounter as a qualitative researcher.

To prepare for this Discussion:

• Review Chapter 11 of the Ravitch and Carl course text and consider ethics in qualitative research.
• Use the Course Guide and Assignment Help to search for an articlerelated to protecting privacy, minimizing harm, or respecting the sharedexperience of others.

By Day 4

Post an explanation of the unique ethicalchallenges of protecting privacy, minimizing harm, and respecting theshared experience of others. Use your Learning Resources to support yourexplanation as well as the article you found in your search. Use properAPA format, citations, and referencing.