The relationship of ethics to quality: a particular case of research in autism

Abstract

To look for the answers of ‘What is the relationship between ethics and quality in education research?’, this article explores factors that bind the two too tightly together for extrication, including representation of subject and researcher mindsets, the setting of research agendas, research design and funding. Using research in autism as a particular example, this study argues that ethical concerns go beyond informed consent and prevention of harm.