Methodshave
Methodshave is a term used in research methodology to describe an approach in which researchers deliberately apply multiple methods to a single research question and assess the consistency of results across these methods. The goal is to increase confidence in findings by demonstrating that conclusions hold under different analytic or investigative perspectives.
Core principles include methodological transparency, preregistration of analysis plans, and cross-method replication. Proponents argue that methodshave
Origin and usage: The term appeared in methodological discussions in the 2010s as part of broader conversations
Practice: A methodshave study selects a set of complementary methods—quantitative, qualitative, and computational—and systematically compares findings.
Criticism and limitations: Critics contend that methodshave can require substantial resources and may blur specialized insights,
See also: triangulation, robustness checks, preregistration, methodological pluralism.