Problem set 6

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Task 1

Read Wilkinson (1999)’s guidelines for reporting statistical analyses.

Next, look at one of the experiments conducted in Stekelenburg et al. (2021). Cross-check with the guidelines and formulate criticism (positive or negative) in relation with the reporting done by the authors.

Task 2

Read Nosek et al. (2018) and list three benefits of preregistration. Reflect on the practical aspects and on the impact.¹

We will organize a discussion in the near future in class on preregistration and the replication crisis.

References

Nosek, B. A., Ebersole, C. R., DeHaven, A. C., & Mellor, D. T. (2018). The preregistration revolution. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 115(11), 2600–2606. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1708274114

Stekelenburg, A. van, Schaap, G., Veling, H., & Buijzen, M. (2021). Boosting understanding and identification of scientific consensus can help to correct false beliefs. Psychological Science, 32(10), 1549–1565. https://doi.org/10.1177/09567976211007788

Wilkinson, L. (1999). Statistical methods in psychology journals: Guidelines and explanations. American Psychologist, 54, 594–604. https://doi.org/10.1037/0003-066X.54.8.594

Footnotes

1. Feel free to discuss field-specific issues.