How do you balance your own interests and goals with those of your educational research collaborators?

During the research, what is important is the goals of the research which is indicated in the research proposal as main goal and specific goals. No other personal or common goals should be mixed with the goals of the research , we don’t have any personal goals , since it can cause to the bias and can effect the validity and reliability of the research and its findings.

To find out what goals we share and what goals we each have, we should talk about it openly. We can ask questions like, "What do you want to achieve from this research?" This helps us see where our goals overlap and where they might be different. Sometimes, we might have similar goals, like wanting to solve a problem or learn something new. Other times, our goals might be unique, based on our personal interests or experiences. By talking together, we can understand each other better and find ways to work together towards our shared goals while also respecting each other's individual goals.

To talk well and be kind when we communicate, we should listen carefully to what others say and share our thoughts clearly. It's important to be polite and not interrupt when someone else is talking. Using friendly words and a calm voice helps keep conversations respectful. If we don't understand something, it's okay to ask questions politely. Also, we should remember to consider other people's feelings and perspectives. By being patient and understanding, we can create a positive and respectful atmosphere where everyone feels heard and valued.

When figuring out who does what in a team, we should talk about it together. We can discuss what we're good at and what we like doing. Maybe someone is great at organizing things, while someone else is good at writing. By sharing our strengths and interests, we can divide tasks fairly. It's important to be flexible and willing to compromise. We might need to adjust our roles and responsibilities based on what's best for the team and the project. By working together and being open-minded, we can find a balance that works for everyone.

It’s important to hear from people with multiple backgrounds and groups. Perspectives from women, Black people, People of Color, indigenous people, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Latinx and LGBTQ+ people need to be heard as they have varied lived experiences and important perspectives. Many people have been marginalized in society and experienced years of systemic racism, misogyny, xenophobia and homophobia. Without the voices of historically marginalized people, the system perpetuates unhealthily and collaboration happens in an inaccurate bubble representing the views of mainstream and mostly white people. We must hear and listen carefully to all voices and be open to views and lives different from our own.