THE EXPANDED FIELD GUIDE / SIX LAYERS
Research, in perspective.
Move from assumptions to evidence. Find the methods your question needs.
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5 disciplines
5 disciplines
2D FIELD MAP
Select a layer to see the methods inside it
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Spatial position is an organising metaphor, not a ranking or a measured distance. Connections show curated relationships, including methods outside the current window. Glyph size reflects the number of connected methods, including incoming and outgoing links. Shared entries combine family shapes.
FIND YOUR METHOD / STEP 1 OF 4
What do you want to find out?
Four questions return a shortlist with reasons, rather than a single answer. Begin with the purpose of the enquiry; your project may need several complementary methods.
01 Question02 Evidence03 Discipline04 Time