Posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on August 15, 2008, at 9:55:17
In reply to Re: ethics guidelines, posted by Dr. Bob on August 14, 2008, at 8:27:15
> > Here is an example of institutional social research ethics guidelines. (These are from the University of Toronto, Dept. of Sociology.)
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> > Respect for Human Dignity
> > Respect for Free and Informed Consent
> > Respect for Vulnerable Persons
> > Respect for Privacy and Confidentiality
> > Respect for Justice and Inclusiveness
> > Balancing Potential Harms and Benefits
> >
> > I think that the first, third, and last one are very much missing on PB. One could easily say a "block" is a form of humiliation. What if he "blocks" somebody with SI, and the person goes ahead and does it? What about the process of picking "Deputies"? Doesn't that form a dominant/submissive complex, or could make others feel "less worthy"? What about informed consent? Are people being told of ALL of the risks they take when joining the board? What about the fact that some people may cognitively not be able to understand the terms when signing up? Just because they can check a "yes" box doesn't mean the ACTUALLY understand.
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> This isn't research, but those are good questions. Do you feel humiliated or less worthy when you're blocked or asked to be civil? Is there a way we could do that more respectfully?
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> And are there other risks I should tell people? I don't see just checking a "yes" box as enough, either, that's why I give everyone a quiz here.
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> BobDr. Bob:
I was really just throwing out ideas, but I am glad to see your response. I had forgotten about the quiz when signing up, as it also clears up some of the informed consent questions.
I wonder about the possible harm of "blocks", and I honestly have more questions then answers. Maybe
that is balancing potential harms and benefits? There have been a few alternative methods mentioned about "blocks", like having a single board for blocked posters. But I am not really sure of the right answer myself. How about some form of redemption?Thanks..
Jay
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