The following is a reference for teachers that could also be adapted for student use.

Read the BSA Statement of Ethical Practice.

What does it say about the following:

(a) Laws and administrative regulations (item 6)

(b) Relations with the media (item 9)

(c) Protection of participants (item 13)

(d) Informed consent (item 16)

(e) Publication of results (item 24)

(f) Research involving children (items 29-30)

(g) Covert research (items 31-33)

(h) Confidentiality (items 34-37)

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