Prof. Alistair Duff explores an A-Z series on researching methods. Ground Rules for research for academics, Prof Duff discusses the publication 'Ground Rules for Good Research' by Martyn Denscombe.

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In this episode, Prof. Alistair Duff explores classics of fieldwork, including studies like Margaret Mead's "Coming of Age in Samoa" and Manuel Castells's "The City and the Grassroots. These are brilliant exmples suitable to doctoral level, that can also inspire listeners with smaller-scale projects. Our pordcaster address the practicalities: from initial scoping and learning from others' methods to crafting interview guides, the art of observation, efficient recording, and the significance of maintaining meticulous field notes.

Furthermore, Prof. Alistair Duff shares some of his own fieldwork experiences, spanning locations from London to Edinburgh and even California. But, beyond the methodology, he will emphasize a fundamental aspect – ethics in fieldwork, highlighting its meaning and importance.

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In this podcast, Prof. Alistair Duff focuses on the crucial topic of Ethics. Ethics and Research Integrity have become essential areas of interest for researchers, who are often required to familiarise themselves with their university's code of research ethics, which contains numerous documents and codes. The fundamental principles all boil down to include respecting your subjects, obtaining consent when possible, handling data with care, avoiding plagiarism, and refraining from exaggeration and lying. The podcast provides practical examples drawn from real research experiences and concludes with a reminder that ethics should be integrated into the research process from the very beginning.

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