Observations in sociological research

Question 1

Getting in?

Answer 1

Gaining entry to the group and making contact

Question 2

Strengths of overt observation?

Answer 2

No deception

Safer than covert

Question 4

define PPS observation?

Answer 4

when the group doesn’t know they are being observed. . the researcher joins the group activities

Question 4

Define non - PPS observation?

Answer 4

when the group knows they are being observed .

Question 5

Limitations of overt observation?

Answer 5

• High levels of Hawthorne effect

- lack validity as can gain non valid data

Question 6

what are the two main when conducting a PP observation?

Answer 6

1. Getting in

2. Staying in

Question 7

Define Covert observation?

Answer 7

When the researcher hides their aim purpose from the PPS and takes on a false identity.

Question 7

Define overt observation?

Answer 7

when the researchers reveal what their aims and purpose are to the group.

Question 8

Limitations of Covert observation

Answer 8

• High levels of deception
• no quantitative data , longer analyse
• high levels of subjectivity

Question 10

Strengths of covert observation

Answer 10

• Low levels of Hawthorne effect as conducted in artificial environment.
• more costly

Question 11

Staying in?

Answer 11

Researcher gaining trust from the group to ensure continued pp observation.