2.4 Ethics — When Science Lost Its Conscience | Psychology 2e
After this lesson you will be able to…
- Learn about the unethical Tuskegee study and its impact on research ethics.
- Understand the role of IRBs in ensuring ethical human research through informed consent.
- Discover when and how deception is ethically permitted in psychological studies.
- Learn about the ethical guidelines and oversight for animal research in psychology.
- Consider emerging ethical challenges in psychological research, like virtual reality.
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(0)This lesson explores how modern research ethics developed in response to some of history's most troubling scientific abuses — including the 40-year Tu...
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Quiz: Research Ethics, IRBs, and Ethical Oversight in Psychology
FundamentalsAnswer each question based on what was covered in the video lesson. No outside knowledge is needed — all answers can be found in the video.
Create: An Ethical Review Case Analysis
PracticeYou will step into the role of an IRB member to evaluate a fictional research proposal, applying the ethical frameworks, rules, and safeguards covered in the video. This exercise builds your ability to think critically about research ethics — a skill essential for understanding how science earns public trust.