The Practical Guide to Open Science Workshop

Psychology is committed to uncover the intricacies of human behavior and mental processes. Because human behavior is so varied across contexts and settings, and because measurement is quite complex, our journey of discovery is paved with challenges. Like Richard Feynman once said, “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool.” For a science to be trustworthy and transparent, we must put in safeguards not to fool ourselves. As human behavior and cognition is so complex, it is easy to find post-hoc justification for any significant finding that we may stumble upon.

As we stand on the shoulders of giants, the legacy of our scientific endeavors is not just in the findings but in the very process of discovery itself. This workshop is an ode to the spirit of Open Science—a movement reborn as the Credibility Revolution, the movement has emerged from the ashes of past controversies, aiming to elevate the integrity of research through openness, transparency, and collaboration.

This workshop aims to instill these practices through a blend of theoretical understanding and hands-on exercises, all within a framework that celebrates curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration. The workshop is focused on beginners in their open science journey and will thus very much focus on basic, elementary (non-programming based) solutions to greater transparency.

See workshop pamphlet for further details

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About the workshop speaker: Dr. Hans Rocha IJzerman, a steadfast advocate for Open Science, has significantly influenced psychological research towards greater transparency and integrity. Co-founding the Psychological Science Accelerator and the Collaborative Replication and Education Project, Hans has pushed the boundaries of traditional research methodologies, advocating for robust, replicable science. As its 12th registered user, he has lobbied for the usage of the Open Science Framework and an ambassador for the Center for Open Science, his commitment is reflected in his scholarly work, which includes a substantial number of pre-registrations, replications, and registered reports.

Hans's journey is marked by learning from his (many) mistakes made along the way to fully embracing Open Science. He encourages researchers to embark on their Open Science journey, emphasizing that making mistakes is part of the learning process. Beyond his scientific contributions, Hans’s diverse background, including his stint as a college basketball player, showcases his team spirit and resilience.

Hans remains committed to the quiet satisfaction of guiding emerging researchers towards ethical practices and Open Science. His workshops offer a nurturing environment for participants to safely explore and grow in their scientific endeavors. Dr. IJzerman's work not only advances Open Science but also cultivates a community poised to embrace transparency and reproducibility in research.