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Education Program
The 330 Building, Suite 205,
University Park, PA 16802
Phone: 814-865-1775 • Fax: 814-863-8699 • ORProtections@psu.edu
Phone: 814-865-1775 • Fax: 814-863-8699 • ORProtections@psu.edu
The Education Program offers training, programs, and workshops on Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) topics.
Online Training, Policies and more about the responsible conduct of research
Our Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) educational initiative strives to foster a university culture of research integrity focused on ensuring that all researchers at Penn State share the ideal to conduct research responsibly. Educational programs include:
- SARI (Scholarship and Research Integrity) Program
- Online Training
- Teaching Tools
- ACES - ACOR Certification and Education Series
- Workshops
- Survival Skills and Ethics workshops
- Scholarship and Research Integrity Brownbag sessions
- RCR Workshop series
- Resources for teaching RCR
Objectives of the Education Program
- Increase knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and university policies and guidelines pertaining to research.
- Promote understanding and judgment in applying the regulations, policies, and guidelines across a wide range of situations.
- Create a climate where ethical issues are openly discussed among colleagues and with students.
- Encourage best practices in the conduct of research and scientific investigations.
- Foster the ability to recognize an ethical choice and make a principled decision.
- Provide accessible educational opportunities and resources designed to support the mission of the RCR program.
