Observation Methods Quiz

Which type of observation is conducted in a natural setting without researcher interference?

• Overt Observation

• Controlled Observation

• Covert Observation

• Naturalistic Observation

In time sampling, how often are behaviors recorded?

• Every minute

• Continuously

• Only at the end of the observation

• In specified time intervals

What is event sampling?

• Recording behaviors at random intervals

• Tallying every occurrence of a behavior

• Observing behaviors without a checklist

• Recording behaviors only in a lab setting

What type of observation involves participants knowing they are being observed?

• Overt Observation

• Naturalistic Observation

• Covert Observation

• Participant Observation

Which observation method allows the observer to be part of the group being studied?

• Covert Observation

• Non-participant Observation

• Participant Observation

• Structured Observation

What is a behavioral checklist used for in structured observations?

• To record qualitative data

• To ensure consistency among observers

• To manipulate the environment

• To tally event occurrences

What is the main difference between structured and unstructured observations?

• Structured is only for animals; unstructured is for humans

• Unstructured is always covert; structured is not

• Unstructured is more reliable than structured

• Structured uses a checklist; unstructured does not

In which type of observation do participants not know they are being observed?

• Controlled Observation

• Naturalistic Observation

• Covert Observation

• Overt Observation

What is the purpose of using a behavioral checklist in research?

• To reduce the time of observation

• To improve inter-observer reliability

• To ensure participants are aware of the study

• To increase the number of observers

What is the role of a non-participant observer?

• To interact with the group being studied

• To record data in real-time

• To observe from outside the group

• To manipulate the environment