Ethnography

What is participant observation in ethnography?

• Participant observation requires the researcher to rely solely on secondary sources for information.

• Participant observation in ethnography involves the researcher actively participating in the culture or group being studied while also observing and taking notes.

• Participant observation means conducting surveys and interviews without personal involvement.

• Participant observation involves only observing from a distance without any interaction.

Name one fieldwork technique commonly used in ethnography.

• Interviews

• Participant observation

• Survey method

• Laboratory experiments

What is the purpose of ethnographic interviews?

• To gather in-depth information about a specific culture or group of people.

• To sell products to a specific culture

• To promote a specific culture

• To conduct scientific experiments on a culture

Why is ethnographic writing important in the field of ethnography?

• Ethnographic writing is irrelevant in ethnography

• Ethnographic writing is crucial for capturing and interpreting the nuances of human behavior and societal norms within specific cultural contexts.

• Ethnographic writing has no impact on understanding cultural practices

• Ethnographic writing is only used for fictional storytelling

What is involved in ethnographic analysis?

• Attending conferences, conducting surveys, and creating presentations

• Conducting experiments, analyzing data, and writing reports

• Observing, documenting, and analyzing social interactions, behaviors, and practices within a specific culture or community.

• Reading novels, watching movies, and listening to music

How does participant observation differ from other research methods?

• Participant observation involves using only secondary data sources

• Participant observation requires minimal interaction with the subjects

• Participant observation involves the researcher immersing themselves in the group being studied, observing and participating in their activities, while other research methods like surveys or experiments typically involve more detached observation and data collection.

• Participant observation focuses solely on quantitative data

Discuss the role of reflexivity in ethnographic research.

• Reflexivity has no impact on ethnographic research

• Transparency is not essential in ethnographic research

• Reflexivity plays a crucial role in ensuring the validity and reliability of ethnographic research by promoting transparency, self-awareness, and critical reflection throughout the study.

• Ethnographic research does not require critical reflection

Select the one that describes the gathering of information.

• Lorena want to know the taste of Brunost, for this she's traveling to Bergen to collect first-hand data and speak with norwegians about the geitost.

• Andres want to meet Japanese geeks so hes chatting with AI to meet Japanese.

• Brian want to know how paptazules in Yucatan is made because he's a cheff, for this he's interviewing mundial chefs to make his own recipe.

• Thick description involves superficially describing cultural practices

What are some challenges faced by ethnographers during fieldwork?

• Navigating political tensions within the community

• Gaining access to the community, building rapport with participants, dealing with language barriers, managing cultural differences, ensuring ethical considerations are met, and maintaining objectivity in data collection.

• Facing extreme weather conditions

• Dealing with technological challenges

How can ethnographers ensure the ethical treatment of their research participants?

• Obtain informed consent, maintain confidentiality, minimize harm, ensure voluntary participation, and provide debriefing.

• Ignore participant feedback

• Conduct research without approval

• Share participant data without consent