Qualitative Primary Methods: Ethnography Flashcards
What is the goal of Ethnographers?
To understand how a group behaves
How do Ethnographers achieve their goal?
They immerse themselves in the world of participants
Do Ethnographers use mixed methods?
Yes
What form of observation do Ethnographers do in their research?
Participant Observation
What form of interviews do Ethnographers do in their research?
Unstructured Interviews
Do Ethnographers do research overtly or covertly?
It can be either
How are Ethnographies being valid a strength? Is it P, E or T?
Researchers will be able to see the world through their participants’ eyes. Theoretical strength
Who studied the Black Kings
Venkatesh
How many years did Venkatesh spend on his study?
7 years
What was the primary way the gang made money?
Selling drugs like cocaine
Who was the Black King gang leader?
JT
Why did JT stay in the projects and not use his college degree?
He felt his skin colour would not allow him to get a good job
Why is access a strength? Is it P, E or T?
The researcher might be able to build trust in a whole group who are wary of outsiders. Practical strength
Who studied the Chelsea Headhunters?
Macintyre
What was the aim of Macintyre’s study?
To observe football violence
Why is flexibility with questions a strength? Is it P, E or T?
The researcher can adapt their questions. Theoretical strength
Why is guilty knowledge a weakness? Is it P, E or T?
The researcher might see criminal actions and have a choice to report them or not. Ethical weakness
Why is the social profile of the researcher a weakness? Is it P, E or T?
It could affect if they are able to be accepted into a group. Practical weakness.
