Ethical Matrix: Impact of Nurture Groups on Learner Experiences and Academic Performance

Ethical Matrix: Impact of Nurture Groups on Learner Experiences and Academic Perfomance
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Ethical Matrix: Impact of Nurture Groups on Pupil's Learning Experiences and Academic Performance
My main research interest centers on the topic of "ability grouping," which some scholars now refer to as "attainment grouping." My focus will be on how nurture or 'transition' groups impact the learning experiences of low-attaining pupils in elementary schools and whether these groups positively or adversely affect the academic performance of these pupils.
Stages in the Research Process

Protection of Participants
(Domain B)

The need for Knowledge (Domain A & C)

Planning

Research Purpose & Problem

* Why should low-attaining pupils be researched?
* Is there a risk that this research project can motivate equity issues or lack of access to subject specialist instruction towards low attaining pupils?
* How can this risk be reduced?
* How can this research contribute to implementation of nurture groups with integrity?

* Will this research problem be relevant scientifically, in practice, in policy-making and to other groups of interest?

Responses and Participants

* Low-attaining pupil's and teacher's responses will be focal.
* Would it be essential to include the responses of parents and other interest groups?

* Are the differences between the views of the other participants apart from that of the low-attaining pupils and teachers considered?
* What are the consequences of neglecting them?

Methodology

* What methodology will be relevant and ethical for this research?
* What methods will be appropriate for capturing the responses of the pupils, teachers, parents, and others?

* What research methodology is proper to gather data on the views of low-attaining pupils in elementary schools and teachers.

Recruitment of Study Participants

* How will the study protocol be communicated to the school principal?
* How will the nature of the study be communicated to the research participants so that it is clear?

* What information can be revealed about the research while taking into account the research problem and purpose?

Collecting and Analyzing Data

Collecting Data

* Will full consent be essential from all study participants?
* Will there be a provision for the participants to opt-out of the survey or interview?
* How will the study ensure the security of the privacy, autonomy, and well-being of all participants?
* Will it be essential to get consent from both proxies (parents, guardians, and teachers) and the minor participants?
* How will the study ensure that the views expres...