122. How Values Shape Research: From Questions to Methods

About this lesson

Welcome to Module 7.1: Values in the Research Process to a must-watch for college students and emerging researchers aiming to understand the essential role that values play in shaping the entire research process. This video explores how ethical, social, and disciplinary values influence research decisions, from question formulation to application. Perfect for undergrads, grad students, or anyone developing a research mindset grounded in integrity.

Key Takeaways

Understand why research is never value-free and how implicit assumptions shape outcomes.

Learn about epistemic and non-epistemic values that guide scientific inquiry.

Discover how personal, institutional, and disciplinary values affect every stage of the research process.

Examine the shift away from the traditional value-free ideal in modern research.

Improve your ability to design more self-aware and ethical research projects.

Gain insight into how recognizing value dimensions can enhance transparency, credibility, and impact in your academic work.

Lesson notes

Full written notes for this lesson are in production. Until they publish, watch the video above and use the summary on this page as your study guide.