Sexual Misconduct in Academia: Informing an Ethics of Care in the University

The book "Academic Sexual Misconduct: A Reader" brings a range of lived experiences to the forefront of academic discussions, offering a deeper understanding of sexual misconduct in the academy and suggesting responses to it.

Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The project brings a wide range of lived experiences of students, staff, and researchers out of their current marginalised positions within academic discussions, offering a deeper understanding of sexual misconduct in the academy for both students and staff. It offers not only opportunities for conversation and reflection but also addresses and suggests what responses to academic sexual misconduct could and should involve. Furthermore, it examines how to develop ethical pedagogical practices that promote safe and respectful learning environments for all.

Introduction:
The issue of sexual misconduct in the academy has gained increasing attention in recent years, with reports of harassment, assault, and discrimination against students and staff. While academic discussions have often focused on theoretical and legal perspectives, there is a growing recognition of the need to bring a more diverse range of lived experiences to the forefront.

Project Objectives:
The project aims to:
1. Bring a wide range of lived experiences of students, staff, and researchers out of their current marginalised positions within academic discussions.
2. Offer a deeper understanding of sexual misconduct in the academy for both students and staff.
3. Offer opportunities for conversation and reflection on the issue of academic sexual misconduct.
4. Address and suggest what responses to academic sexual misconduct could and should involve.
5. Examine how to develop ethical pedagogical practices that promote safe and respectful learning environments for all.

Methodology:
The project will employ a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative research methods. This will include interviews, focus groups, surveys, and case studies to collect data from a wide range of stakeholders. The data will be analysed using a combination of thematic analysis and statistical analysis to identify patterns and trends in the experiences of students, staff, and researchers.

Expected Outcomes:
The project is expected to produce a range of outputs, including:
1. A report that summarises the findings of the research and provides recommendations for addressing academic sexual misconduct in the academy.
2. A series of workshops and training sessions for students, staff, and researchers to develop skills and knowledge in responding to academic sexual misconduct.
3. A public awareness campaign to raise awareness of the issue of academic sexual misconduct and promote a culture of respect and safety in the academy.
4. A set of ethical guidelines for teaching and learning in the academy that promote respect, consent, and diversity.

Conclusion:
The project aims to contribute to a more inclusive and equitable academic environment by bringing a wider range of lived experiences to the forefront of academic discussions on sexual misconduct. By promoting a deeper understanding of the issue and offering practical solutions, the project will help to create a safer and more respectful learning environment for all.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032277516