Observation

Question 1

Define observation

Answer 1

Observation is a research method where no variables are manipulated and ppts are watched and their behaviour recorded
2) uses a a a technique to record behaviour in experiments

Question 2

What are the two types of observation

Answer 2

Participant observation and non- participant observation

Question 3

What is participant observation ?

Answer 3

The observer acts as part of the group being watched

Question 4

What is non- participant observation

Answer 4

The researcher does not become part of the group being observed

Question 5

What are participant observation strengths ?

Answer 5

• insight into ppts emotions and motives

- ppts may be unaware so high internal validity- natural behaviour

Question 6

What are weaknesses of participant observation ?

Answer 6

Observers may be subjective as they’re part of the group

Question 7

What is a strength for non- participant observation ?

Answer 7

Observers can remain objective as they’re not involved

Question 8

What are weaknesses of non- participant observation ?

Answer 8

Off pots unaware l, ethical issues

Off ppts are aware, behaviour may change