Observations Flashcards
What is covert observation in sociology?
Covert observation is a research method where the observer watches subjects without their knowledge.
What is one ethical concern associated with covert observation?
The lack of informed consent from participants.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential advantage of covert observation? A) Increased participant awareness B) Reduced observer bias C) Greater ecological validity D) All of the above
C) Greater ecological validity
What type of data does covert observation primarily collect?
Qualitative data
What is the primary goal of covert observation?
To observe natural behavior without interference.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of covert observation? A) Unobtrusiveness B) Participant knowledge C) Natural setting D) Non-intrusiveness
B) Participant knowledge
What is a limitation of covert observation?
Limited ability to ask participants questions about their behavior.
True or False: Covert observation is often used in ethnographic studies.
True
What is the difference between covert and overt observation?
Covert observation is done without participants’ knowledge, while overt observation is done with their awareness.
Fill in the blank: Researchers using covert observation must navigate ______ issues.
ethical
What is one method of ensuring reliability in covert observation?
Using multiple observers to compare findings.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following scenarios is most suitable for covert observation? A) A public event B) A private therapy session C) A classroom setting D) A family dinner
A) A public event
What is a key factor in the success of covert observation?
The observer’s ability to blend into the environment.
What is one way to analyze data collected from covert observation?
Thematic analysis
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential bias in covert observation? A) Observer bias B) Participant bias C) Interaction bias D) All of the above
A) Observer bias
