Open methodology refers to the transparent sharing of the methods, procedures, protocols, and other information used to conduct research. Making research methods openly available helps others understand, evaluate, reproduce, and build upon research.

Depending on the research field, open methodology can include:

• Research protocols and procedures
• Experimental or study designs
• Data collection and analysis methods
• Laboratory protocols
• Survey and interview methods
• Analytical workflows
• Code and computational methods
• Materials and instruments used in research

Open Methodology at the University of South Bohemia

At the University of South Bohemia, researchers are encouraged to document and share their research methods and protocols where possible, supporting transparency, reproducibility, collaboration, and the reuse of research knowledge.

Not all methodological information can be shared openly. Ethical, legal, confidentiality, intellectual property, or other restrictions should always be considered when deciding what can be made publicly available.