Observations Flashcards
1
Q
Name the types of observations
A
natural
controlled
overt
covert
structured
unstructured
participant
non - participant
2
Q
define natural obs
A
research method carried out in natural setting
researcher does not interfere in any way
3
Q
define controlled obs
A
observing behaviour under controlled conditions
4
Q
define overt obs
A
Participants AWARE
5
Q
define covert obs
A
Participants NOT AWARE
6
Q
define structured obs
A
researcher determines precisely what behaviours are to be observed
uses standardised checklist to record frequency
observed in specific time frame
7
Q
define unstructured obs
A
observer recalls all relevant behaviours but has no system
8
Q
define participant obs
A
researcher joins in
9
Q
define non participant obs
A
observer remains separate
to maintain objectivity
