Abstract
In this paper, I apply Kolb’s cycle of experiential learning to discuss processes of research completion during my doctoral study at Macquarie University. I first entered spontaneous learning stage of reflective observation and abstract conceptualization. The second simultaneous stage of active experimentation and concrete experience came next. I then repeated these two stages as the third and fourth stages. Through the four-stage experiential learning cycle in the Australian academic context, I learned that the process of research practice is not only culturally but also socially contextual by which I needed to conform. The conformation was particularly involved with the long process of getting research ethics review approved and the procedures of participant recruitment because this was not relevant to Thai contexts. The primary reason behind the irrelevance may relate to cultural values, being practiced differently and seen as taboo in Thailand. Emphasis on research ethics in Thai contexts therefore is plagiarism.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the International Conference |
Subtitle of host publication | Doing Research in Applied Linguistics |
Publisher | King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi and Macquarie University |
Pages | 43-50 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Event | Doing Research in Applied Linguistics - Bangkok, Thailand Duration: 21 Apr 2011 → 22 Apr 2011 |
Conference
Conference | Doing Research in Applied Linguistics |
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City | Bangkok, Thailand |
Period | 21/04/11 → 22/04/11 |