An Ethical Committee in M.Ed. (Master of Education) program plays a critical role in ensuring that educational research is conducted in a manner that respects the rights, dignity, and well- being of participants, maintains integrity, and upholds the highest standards of academic research.
Key Functions and Responsibilities:
1. Research Proposal Review:
- The committee reviews research proposals submitted by M.Ed. students to ensure they align with ethical guidelines and address key concerns, such as consent, confidentiality, and the potential impact on participants.
- It ensures that the research aims to advance educational practices, theories, or policies without causing harm to the participants or the educational community.
2. Informed Consent:
- The committee ensures that M.Ed. students should inform about their study to all participants in their studies, especially when working with children, teachers, or vulnerable groups.
- Participants must be made aware of the study’s objectives, methods, any potential risks, and their right to withdraw without any consequences.
3. Confidentiality and Privacy:
- Ensuring that any data collected during the research (e.g., interviews, surveys, or observations) is kept confidential and is used solely for academic purposes.
- The committee emphasizes respecting participants' privacy, especially in qualitative research, which often involves personal and sensitive information.
4. Research Integrity:
- Ensuring that research is conducted honestly and transparently, avoiding any form of plagiarism, misrepresentation of data, or falsification of findings.
- The committee guides students on proper citation practices, ensuring that their work is ethically sound and reflects genuine contributions to the field of education.
5. Equal Opportunity and Respect:
- The committee ensures that all participants are treated fairly and equitably, without discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, socio-economic status, or other factors.
- It emphasizes the importance of cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity within the research.
6. Adherence to Ethical Standards:
- The committee ensures that all research activities adhere to national and international ethical guidelines for educational research, such as the Declaration of Ethical Principles in Education or similar regional standards.
- Students are guided to follow ethical principles such as respect for autonomy, justice, and beneficence in their research.
Members of Research Ethical Committee
| SNO |
Name of the Staff |
Designation |
| 1 |
Dr.N.CHITRA |
PRINCIPAL & CHAIRPERSON |
| 2 |
Dr.R.GOMATHI LATHA |
PROFESSOR |
| 3 |
Dr.G. VINITHA |
PROFESSOR |
| 4 |
Dr.K.GOMATHI |
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
|
| 5 |
Dr.D.THOMMAI AROCKIA GASPAR |
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR |
| 6 |
Dr.P.PALANISAMY |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR |
| 7 |
Dr.J.R.VINU |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR |
| 8 |
Dr.S.T.DEVI |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR |
| 9 |
Dr.N.MEENAKUMARI |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR |
