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Alternative exam assessment. Details will be communicated at the first day of the class.

This course introduces the current debates around Open Science and Reproducibility. Since 2011, the social sciences are confronted with the replication crisis. Many study results, for example from psychology and economics, cannot be replicated. This calls into question the validity of research results in these fields. In this course, we discuss possible reasons for this crisis, ranging from the incentive structure in the publication process over questionable research practices to fraud. We will discuss possible solutions that have been developed to improve science such as replication projects, pre-registration, registered reports and open peer review. The students will develop an understanding of current debates and evolve a critical perspective on their own research practices.

The number of participants is limited. The registration will take place via the Wiwi-Portal.

The workload of the class is 4.5 ECTS. This consists of active participation in regular sessions, smaller presentations by the students during the semester, preparation of the literature, and an exam (“Prüfungsleistung anderer Art”). Details will be communicated at the first day of the class.