Data Ethics Basics

Question 1

What is the aim of a fair analysis?

Answer 1

Ensuring one’s analysis does not create or reinforce bias.

Question 2

True or false

Sometimes conclusions based on data can be true but unfair

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are some measures an analyst can take to ensure fairness in an analytical study?

Answer 3

1. Having an adequate and diverse sample size
2. Oversampling from under-represented groups
3. Ensuring randomization where possible
4. Be systemic i.e. knowing correlation does not imply causation
5. Considering self-reported data carefully.

Question 4

When collecting data from people, what are some points to consider to ensure that it is ethical ?

Answer 4

1. Give them more control over their data and consent
2. Allow them to track where and what their data will be used and stored.
3. Keep data secured and private
4. Inform them
5. Ensure that the data is used in a positive way