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Feedback for "Objectivity" Scenario Reviewed
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After engaging in self-reflection, decide that her bias impacts objectivity and ask to recuse herself from reviewing the proposal
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After engaging in self-reflection, the reviewer decides the bias impacts objectivity and asks to recuse herself from reviewing the proposal. It is not enough simply to engage in self-reflection without following it up with action. In this case the researcher felt a need to disqualify herself because her personal involvement was likely to bias her review to some degree. Rockwell (2006) states that before agreeing to review a paper, the reviewer should consider her/his ability to judge the quality and significance of the work in a fair and objective manner. Kalichman (2006) suggest that a potential reviewer should consider declining to review proposals or submitted articles or reveal a reason(s) for lack of impartiality.
Kalichman, M. Responsible Conduct of Research - Responsible and Peer Review). Retrieved on August 1, 2006. http://ccnmtl.columbia.edu/projects/rcr/rcr_authorship/foundation/index.html#4_E
Rockwell, S. Ethics of Peer Review: a Guide for Manuscript Reviewers. Retrieved on July 29, 2006. http://ori.dhhs.gov/education/products/yale/prethics.pdf
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Developed 2006 by the
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Northern Illinois University
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Developed 2006 by the , Northern Illinois University.Developed 2006 by the , Northern Illinois University.