Principles of Research Ethics in Human Subjects for Communication Research Projects.

Abstract

        The objective of the article on human research ethics for a communications research project is to present a guideline for considering a research project in Communication Arts related to human participants in the research project, such as research studies on senders or receivers to realize the responsibility for the dignity, rights and safety of the participants in the research project. This guideline is in line with human research ethics, which consists of three main principles. Firstly, the principle of respect for persons focuses on the participants’ dignity in the research project. Secondly, the principle of beneficence involves an overall advantage of the community and society. Finally, the principle of justice emphasizes the selection of research participants, who are provided risks and benefits with equity and equality.