The topic for the Research class this week and next is 'ethics' - what is ethical behaviour, why are ethical guidelines necessary and what organisations have codes of ethics? - among other questions.
It is necessary to have a clear understanding of ethical matters in your own mind before you can critique what others have done, or know why you must adhere to ethical restrictions when making a research proposal. It's not as easy as you may think to articulate your thoughts.
It will repay dividends later if you spend a little time checking out books or websites on ethics and ethical issues. Distance students have been given some links - if you have found other interesting ones, please share them with us.
Here's one: http://www.womens-health.org.nz/cartwright/unfortunate.htm
