The protection and fortification of the human subjects that were involved in the

study were made through the application of proper ethical principles and are very

essential in any research study. In this study, ethical considerations must be followed to

ensure that the subjects and information that were yielded were secured and acceptable.

The ethical considerations that were pursued were:

Informed Consent and Voluntary Participation

Consent were given freely or voluntary, subjects and respondents understood what

was being asked of them. Before the interview was conducted, the study was explained

along with its purpose, and had the power of freedom of choice that allowed them to

decide whether to participate or decline to the study. Considering the ethical aspect of

research, enough time was given to the respondents of the study during the interviews

that were made. This led them to answer the research questions honestly and truthfully

based on what they felt and thought about the system.

Anonymity and Confidentiality

Consent was taken from the respondents for the usage of their given data. In

ensuring the privacy of their data, anonymity and confidentiality of the responses were

upheld strictly. It was preserved by not revealing their names and identity in the data

collection, analysis and reporting of the study findings. Moreover, the respondents had

the right to withdraw from the study at any stage if they wish to do so.
Integrity

The integrity and reliability of the data and findings were done. Beyond the fact

that they can withdraw from the study, the usage of secondary data from any source were

acknowledged with appropriate references while misleading information, as well as

representation of primary data findings in a biased way were avoided. All deceptions or

exaggeration about the aims and objectives of the study were prevented.

Respect for People’s Rights, Dignity, and Diversity

In this study, the rights, dignity, and worth of people were valued and respected.

Elimination of bias and any forms of discrimination based on age; gender; race; ethnicity;

national origin; religion; sexual orientation; disability; health conditions; or marital,

domestic, or parental status were not tolerated.

Any type of communication in the relation of the study was done with honesty and

transparency. The use of offensive languages was prevented in the formulation of the

research questions. Hence, the ethical aspect of research was followed very strictly in this

research (AIMS Education, 2013; Bryman and Bell, 2007).