Public Policy

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Practicing ethical research is essential regardless of the type of research you are doing. However, it is particularly critical when working with human subjects and their data, which you will do frequently in your research in Public Policy. The elements of ethical research listed below can also be used as you evaluate resources that you find.

• Consider the subjectivity of the author.

• Consider the time in which the resource was created.

• Consider the mission and goals of the organization with which the author is affiliated (especially when thinking about research funding), and the scope and biases of the organization or journal in which the resource was published.

• Address your own biases and subjectivity and the ethos or the mission and goals of the organization with which you are affiliated.

• Respect the autonomy of the individuals in your study when using data and other primary sources.

• Uphold the right of privacy of the individuals in your study when conducting original research.

• Cite all sources.

• Follow all copyright conditions.