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• Apply models of ethical decision making for resolving anthropological issues in complex social environments
• Assess the ethical impact of biases on anthropological research and discoveries
• Analyze how ethical decision making in anthropology impacts individuals and groups in both the present and future
• Differentiate between western scientific methods and indigenous knowledge in cultural situations for their ethical application
Anthropological ethics is a crucial domain that governs research and practice, especially given anthropology's history and its deep engagement with diverse and often vulnerable human communities. The four points you've listed form a comprehensive framework for ethical analysis in the discipline.
For resolving anthropological issues in complex social environments, ethical decision-making models provide a structured approach:
In complex environments (e.g., conflict zones, marginalized groups), the anthropologist often faces an ethical dilemma where no single model provides a perfect answer. The practical resolution often involves a blended approach, prioritizing the principles of non-maleficence and local autonomy.
Bias—both conscious and unconscious—can profoundly affect every stage of anthropological research, leading to unethical practices and distorted "discoveries."
Selection and Sampling Bias: If a researcher only consults the dominant members of a community, their findings will be biased toward that group's perspective, ethically marginalizing the voices of women, youth, or lower-caste/class members.
Confirmation Bias: The anthropologist might interpret data only to confirm their pre-existing Western theories or hypotheses, obscuring valid indigenous explanations. The ethical impact is the perpetuation of colonial or Western-centric narratives, which can misrepresent groups to policymakers or the public.