Some Lesser-known Open Science Practices in Sociology: Pre-registration and Registered reports Cover Image

Některé méně známé postupy otevřené vědy v sociologii: Předregistrace a registrované reporty
Some Lesser-known Open Science Practices in Sociology: Pre-registration and Registered reports

Author(s): Jan Urban, Veronika Anna Černá
Subject(s): Sociology, Methodology and research technology, Societal Essay
Published by: AV ČR - Akademie věd České republiky - Sociologický ústav
Keywords: Open Science; Preregistration; Registered Reports; Replicability Crisis; Scientific Transparency; Sociology Practices;

Summary/Abstract: The article discusses lesser-known open science practices in sociology, such as preregistration and registered reports, which significantly change the nature of scientific operations. It highlights the importance of transparency and accessibility in scientific research and knowledge at various levels. The text reflects on the open science movement, which aims to increase the replicability of scientific findings, and addresses the replicability crisis in science. It also emphasizes the benefits of open science for individual scientists and the community, including the reduction of inappropriate practices and the increase of replicability. The article evaluates the use of these practices in sociology compared to related social science disciplines.

  • Issue Year: 60/2024
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 95-109
  • Page Count: 15
  • Language: Czech