SoTL series: Human research ethics for educational research
Are you interested in doing educational research but are not sure if ethics approval is required? Do you feel daunted by the process of applying for ethics? This information session will provide an introduction to human research ethics for educational research at UNSW and helpful guidance on how to complete an effective ethics application. Specific topics to be covered, include: What is human research ethics and what are the benefits of applying? When is ethics required for educational research? How to apply? What are the features of a quality ethics submission? What do ethics review panels look for when assessing submissions?
This session is open to any UNSW staff interested in applying for human research ethics. Those new to educational research and the scholarship of learning and teaching (SOTL) are especially welcome.
Presenters
- Dr Anna Rowe, Senior Lecturer, Pro-Vice Chancellor Education Portfolio
- Dr Chantal Bostock, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law and Justice
- Professor Jihyun Lee, Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture and Panel Convenor, Art, Design and Law Human Research Advisory Panel
- Leonne Thompson, Manager Human Research Ethics, UNSW Research Office
Presenter profiles
Dr Anna Rowe SFHEA
Senior Lecturer Academic Development
Dr Anna Rowe is a Senior Lecturer, Academic Development in the Academic and Education Focussed Development team, Pro Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience Portfolio. She has published widely in the broad field of higher education learning and teaching, with specific research interests including work-integrated learning, curriculum development, student feedback and the role of emotions in learning. Anna is an Associate Editor of the International Journal of Work-Integrated Learning.
Dr Chantal Bostock
Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law and Justice
Dr Chantal Bostock is an Education Focused Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law and Justice and sits on the NSW Medical Council. She previously worked as a lawyer in private practice and government in Australia and the United Kingdom and was formerly a member of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. She has published widely on Administrative Law topics.
Professor Jihyun Lee
Jihyun is a Professor in the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture, School of Education. She teaches statistics, educational assessment, and research methodologies. Her research focuses on people’s perception about Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications. She previously worked as a survey/test developer at Educational Testing Service (ETS) in Princeton, USA. She is currently serving as the Panel B (ADL) Chair of the Human Research Ethics Application (HREA).
Leonne Thompson
Leonne Thompson is the Human Research Manager within the Division of Research Ethics Compliance Support Team. She has extensive experience in research ethics, governance, and clinical trials, having worked both within the University and with the NSW Health Local Health Districts.