Unit 8: Ethical Issues in Research with Students

10. Conclusion

Unit 8 reinforces the importance of upholding ethical standards when conducting research with students. It emphasizes the critical role of informed consent, confidentiality, and minimizing harm, particularly when teachers act as both educators and researchers. Ethical research requires not only institutional approval but also personal reflection and responsibility to safeguard student autonomy, wellbeing, and trust. By applying the principles covered in this unit, future educators and researchers can ensure their work respects participants and contributes meaningfully to the field of education.