Observational Techniques

Question 1

What is a controlled observation give pros and cons

Answer 1

In a lab standardised 
\+ easily replicated
Data easy to analysis
Quick to get large sample
Low Eco cal due to demand c

Question 2

What is a participant observation

Pros and cons

Answer 2

Researcher joins
Covert or overt
 - diff to find time
Could get too involved
Living alongside so true behaviour

Question 3

What types of observational sampling is thee

Answer 3

Event sampling- decide what events interested in
Time- specific periods of time to observe
Instantaneous or target time sampling- pre selected moment

Question 4

What is a non participant observation pros and cons

Answer 4

Observer not involved
- demand c
-ethics should they b above someone else
+ easy to get permission

Question 5

What is a naturalistic observation and give the positives and negatives

Answer 5

Observed in natural environment
Unstructured
+ high eco cal
Gen new ideas

• lack rep sample
  Less reliable as not controlled