Research Methods 2: Observations

In the Inductive Observation process, what do you start with

• Conclusions

• Theory

• Pattern

• Data

In the Deductive Observation process, what do you start with

• Conclusions

• Theory

• Pattern

• Data

A ___________ observation is when the researcher joins the group being observed.

Fill in the blank: In an __________ observation, participants know they're being observed.

• Overt

• Covert

• Passive

• Blind

A __________ observation takes place in a lab or artificial setting.

Which of the following is a characteristic of structured observation?

• Open-ended field notes

• Checklist based on theory

• Useful for discovering new patterns

• More common in emic research

Identify one ethical consideration of covert observations and explain how you might overcome it.

Outline how a researcher can improve the reliability of an observation

When interpreting qualitative data, use ________ ________ to identify patterns.

What type of observation would you carry out to get the most reliable data?

• controlled observation

• participant observation

• overt observation

• naturalistic observation

• unstructured observation