Abstract
PurposeIn this two‐part series, the editorial aims to consider the role of the “scientific method” in human understanding, questioning both its consistency in actual practice and its reasonableness as a philosophy of action.Design/methodology/approachIn Part 1, the editorial provides a generic description of the “scientific method” and identifies a number of inconsistencies in the way it is applied.FindingsIn Part 1, it is argued that inconsistencies in applying the “scientific method” may lead researchers to ignore important phenomena.Originality/valueThe two‐part series challenges certain aspects of the “scientific method” as employed in the practice of modern science.
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