Responsible methods: the Open Research Skills Framework

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What are responsible research methods? 

Consideration of responsible research methods is foundational to fostering an open and responsible research environment. Responsible research avoids Questionable Research Practices (QRPs) by the responsible application of statistical methods and practices such as adversarial collaboration, helping ensure high quality, reproducible results. 

Research practices which enable responsible methods 

There are a number of Open Research practices which you can apply to ensure your methods are responsible: 

  • Statistical literacy and techniques 

  • Addressing questionable research practices 

Open Research Skills Framework 

Responsible methods is one of five themes within the Open Research Skills Framework. Find out more about our support for responsible methods and the Open Research Skills Framework through the Library’s My Research Essentials programme. 

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  • Last Updated 24 Jan 2025
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  • Answered By Michael Stevenson

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