Introduction to research ethics and integrity

The overall goal of the introduction to Research Ethics and Integrity (REI) course is to introduce participants to the fundamental principles of responsible and ethical research, provide up-to-date knowledge on current practices, emerging developments, and new trends in Research Ethics and Integrity, and strengthen the practical skills needed to apply these principles effectively throughout the research process. This course was developed as part of the ETHICS project, with the support of the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA).

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Introducing a Research Ethics and Integrity

After completing this session, learners will be able to:

Define research ethics and integrity and explain their importance in the context of academic research.
Identify and articulate the core principles of research integrity, including honesty, transparency, objectivity, and accountability.
Describe the key elements of the European Code of Conduct for Research Integrity and how they apply to research practices.
Locate and utilize web-based resources to support and enhance research integrity in your academic work.

1 hour(s)

Researchers, Students

Instruction

Open Science, Open Access, FAIR Data

After completing this session, you will:

Understand the concept of open science and explain its importance in the context of modern research practices.
Explain the principles of open access and the benefits of making research outputs freely available to the public.
Develop a comprehensive research data management plan (DMP) that addresses the organization, storage, and sharing of research data.
Apply the FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) to ensure that research data is properly managed and shared.
Critically evaluate the impact of open science practices on research integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

1 hour(s)

Students, Researchers

Instruction

Ethics in publishing science

After completing this session, learners will be able to:

Define scientific publishing and explain its role in disseminating research findings to the academic community and beyond.
Understand the criteria for authorship in academic publications and the ethical considerations involved in assigning authorship credit.
Describe the principles of responsible peer review and the importance of maintaining confidentiality and impartiality in the peer-review process.
Identify and assess potential conflicts of interest in scientific publishing, including financial, personal, and professional conflicts.
Understand the different metrics used to evaluate scientific research, such as citation counts, impact factors, and altmetrics.
Explain the basics of copyright and licensing in scientific publishing and their implications for authors and readers.
Recognize the characteristics of predatory journals and publishers and the risks associated with publishing in these outlets.

1 hour(s)

Researchers, Students

Related Initiative

ETHICS

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