Ethical Complexities in Research for Justice

Ronald David Glass, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy of Education at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and the former director of the U.C. system-wide research program initiative, the Center for Collaborative Research for an Equitable California. He investigates ethical issues raised by justice-oriented collaborative research methodologies, and he has long focused his philosophic work on ideological transformation and education as a practice of freedom. His philosophy of praxis is rooted in his Civil Rights and anti-Vietnam war movement experiences, and his many years of working with organizations and aggrieved communities struggling for justice and democracy. He has been recognized with multiple honors for this work, including a Martin Luther King, Jr., Living the Dream Award from the City of Phoenix, a Paulo Freire Legacy Award from the American Educational Research Association, and distinguished teaching awards from both the Stanford University School of Education and the University of California, Santa Cruz, Division of Social Sciences.

This is a groundbreaking textbook that successfully combines historical context with critical analysis, providing an inspiring and comprehensive approach to research ethics. The authors′ engagement and commitment to inclusivity ensure that diverse perspectives are central to a critical discussion within research. Using representative case studies to blend theory and practice, the book is an invaluable resource for fostering deep ethical reflexivity in researchers. Its innovative approach will serve as an excellent exemplar in preparing both students and educators to navigate the complexities of research with a heightened sense of criticality and justice.