Qualitative Primary Methods: Overt Research - Strengths and Weaknesses Flashcards
Why is the researchers role being open meaning less risk of involvement in dangerous activities a strength? Is it P, E or T?
Because it raises less ethical problems. This is an Ethical Strength
Why is the Hawthorne Effect a weakness in Overt Research? Is it P, E or T?
The participants could act less naturally if they know they’re being observed. This is a theoretical weakness
Why is recording data easier a strength? Is it P, E or T?
The group knows that they are being researched so the researcher can openly take notes. This is a practical strength
Why are lower levels of validity a weakness, what causes low validity? Is it P, E or T?
The Hawthorn effect may influence participants to act differently so it is less valid. This is a theoretical weakness
WHy is the researcher being able to become trusted a strength? Is it P, E or T?
It will allow the researcher to be trusted by their participants. This is a practical strength
Why could social profile be a weakness in Overt research? Is it P, E or T?
It could affect whether the researcher is able to build trust with a certain group of people. This is a practical weakness
Why is access a weakness for Overt research? Is it P, E or T?
Some groups that are wary of researchers may not accept them into their groups. This is a practical weakness
Why is less chance of the researcher going native a strength? Is it P, E or T?
It is easier for the researcher to separate themselves from the participants. This is a theoretical strength
Why is the ability to ask questions to participants a strength? Is it P, E or T?
It will allow the researcher to produce valid data. This is a theoretical strength
