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Expanding the conversation on evaluation ethics.

Thomas A Schwandt1

  • 1Department of Educational Psychology, 210C Education (MC-708), 1310 South Sixth Street, University of Illinois, Champaign, IL 61820, USA. tschwand@uiuc.edu

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Summary

A reexamination of ethics in evaluation is needed due to societal changes. This ensures evaluation practices remain relevant and responsible in a dynamic world.

Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Ethics
  • Evaluation Studies

Background:

  • Modern society is undergoing rapid transformations.
  • Existing evaluation practices may not align with current societal dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for a critical review of ethical considerations in evaluation.
  • To highlight the need for adapting evaluation ethics to contemporary societal shifts.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of evaluation ethics.
  • Literature review on societal changes and their impact on evaluation.

Main Results:

  • Current evaluation ethics require reassessment.
  • A gap exists between evolving societal contexts and established evaluation norms.

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Conclusions:

  • Ethical frameworks for evaluation must be re-examined.
  • Adapting evaluation ethics is crucial for its continued relevance and integrity.