Exploring 100 key questions (and answers) on the nature and practice of qualitative inquiry, this unique book addresses the practical decisions that researchers must make in their work, from the design of the study, through ethics approval, implementation, and writing. The book’s quick-scan, question-and-answer format make it ideal as a supplementary text or as a ready reference for graduate students preparing for comprehensive exams and writing research proposals, undergraduates in affiliated programs who will not be taking a primary course in qualitative research methods, and researchers working across disciplines in academic or practice environments.

At What Stage of the Research Do I Need to a Get Formal Ethics Review to Talk to People?

At What Stage of the Research Do I Need to a Get Formal Ethics Review to Talk to People?

Formal ethics review must be completed prior to recruiting participants for data collection. Although the specific details and processes of ethics review may vary by jurisdiction, it is generally accepted that ethics review must be obtained before a project involving human participants begins. At times, researchers may find it difficult to determine when a project “starts,” given that initial work for project planning may involve speaking with people about the research design. In these cases, ethics review may not be needed—unless the individual is actually serving as ...

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