chapter 15 observation Flashcards
1
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purposes of observation
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counting
complementing
contextualising
2
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types of observation
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controlled - decisions on what how and when to observe
uncontrolled - more social sciences. listening ,seeing
3
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primary vs secondary observation
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primary: adopting position of participants
secondary: interpreting observation of others. e.g. through photos
4
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Gold 1958 four research roles:
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- complete observer
- observer as participant
- participant as observer
- complete participation
