Ethical Considerations and Academic Integrity in Research

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-09971-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis

Buch, Englisch, 174 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Reihe: Mastering Academic Excellence

This comprehensive guide explores the critical role of ethical principles in contemporary academic research, addressing the evolving challenges researchers face in maintaining transparency, honesty, and accountability. As research methodologies advance and digital transformations reshape the academic landscape, this book provides essential guidance for upholding integrity across all disciplines.

Ethical Considerations and Academic Integrity in Research examines key ethical challenges including plagiarism, data fabrication, authorship disputes, AI integration, and the ethical treatment of research participants. Through illustrative case studies and real-world examples, readers discover how ethical dilemmas emerge in research contexts and learn effective strategies for resolution. Expert insights and established best practices provide a framework for understanding fundamental ethical principles and navigating complex decision-making scenarios. Beyond theoretical foundations, the book offers practical guidance for implementing ethical standards in modern research environments. It addresses the unique challenges posed by digital technologies and artificial intelligence while maintaining focus on timeless principles of academic integrity.

Essential for researchers, educators, and students committed to ethical scholarship, this resource also serves institutional leaders seeking to develop educational programs and policies that foster academic integrity. Whether improving individual research practice or building institutional frameworks, this book provides the tools necessary for maintaining the highest ethical standards in academic research.

Zielgruppe

Academic, Postgraduate, Undergraduate Advanced, and Undergraduate Core

Autoren/Hrsg.

Taherdoost, Hamed

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Acknowledgement  Preface  Chapter 1. Understanding Ethics in Research  Chapter 2. The Foundations of Academic Integrity Chapter 3. Common Ethical Challenges in Research Practices  Chapter 4. Plagiarism and Its Implications  Chapter 5. Data Integrity: Ensuring Accuracy and Reliability  Chapter 6. Conflicts of Interest in Research  Chapter 7. The Role of Institutional Ethics Committees  Chapter 8. Ethics in Collaborative Research  Chapter 9. Addressing Misconduct in Academia  Chapter 10. Emerging Ethical Issues in Digital and AI-Driven Research  Chapter 11. Cultivating a Culture of Integrity in Academia  Chapter 12. Practical Strategies for Ethical Decision-Making  Chapter 13. Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Research Practices  Index

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Hamed Taherdoost is an award-winning methodologist and internationally recognized scholar with extensive contributions to research methodology, ethics, and academic publishing. He has authored several influential books on research methods and decision-making, widely adopted by universities and cited across disciplines. With a strong background in methodological innovation and ethical research practice, his publications have advanced understanding of applied research, shaping best practices in research design, academic integrity, and ethical scholarship. Dr. Taherdoost also serves as the series editor of Mastering Academic Excellence, dedicated to advancing research, teaching, and publishing excellence.