Chapter 6

Question 1

Naturalistic Observation

Answer 1

Observing people in natural environment
Observations w/o prior hypothesis
Extremely detailed observations
Hypothesis after observations
Look for patterns
Qualitative/Quantitative

Limits:
Good for investigating complex settings
Not good for understanding specific phenomena
Time consuming
Analysis difficult

Question 2

Systematic Observations

Answer 2

Observation that can happen in the naturalistic setting, but with specific hypothesis in mind & goal

Only observe specific thing

Complex behavior –> “Coding” System

Question 3

Issues with Systematic Observation

Equipment

Answer 3

Paper & Pencil vs Recording Devices

Question 4

Issues with Systematic Observation

Reactivity

Answer 4

People behaving differently

Question 5

Issues with Systematic Observation

Reliability

Answer 5

Observers must be trained with coding system

Question 6

Issues with Systematic Observation

Sampling

Answer 6

Sample size large enough to be reliable

Question 7

Case Study

Answer 7

Observation of a single individual
May or may not be naturalistic observations
Occurs because of a rare or special situation

Question 8

Archival Research

Answer 8

Using previously compiled info

Sources:
Statistical Records
Survey Archives
Written Records
Mass Communication Records

Question 9

Psychobiography

Answer 9

Case study of famous or historical figure

Usually Uses:
Library Archives
Interviews