Course information

This course examines the philosophical implications of the replication crisis - the widespread failure of scientists to reproduce the results of published studies, particularly in psychology and other social sciences - that has shaken empirical research over the past decade. We will explore how these failures to reproduce published findings have challenged traditional assumptions about scientific methodology, evidence evaluation, and the reliability of research conclusions. The course investigates proposed solutions including preregistration, increased focus on replication studies, and other methodological reforms, while critically examining whether these remedies address the underlying epistemological issues or create new problems.
Central questions we will discuss include:

• Are most published research findings false?
• How can empirical research be made more trustworthy?
• Should scientists make value judgements when evaluating evidence?

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