Ethonography Flashcards
1
Q
Why write an ethnography?
A
To gain a holistic perspective of a culture of which the ethnographer had no or little prior knowledge
2
Q
Components of ethnographic research?
A
- Ethnography
- Ethnology
- Holistic perspective
3
Q
What is fieldwork?
A
A term anthropologists use for on location research
4
Q
What is participant observation?
A
Social participation and personal observation
5
Q
Who are informants?
A
Members of a society being studied who provide information that helps the ethnographer make sense of what is being said and done
6
Q
What are the different types of culture shock?
A
- Physical
- Mental
- Social
- Political
- Ethical
- Spiritual
