Qualitative Research Methods: Covert Observation - Ditton Flashcards
What did Ditton do his research on?
The actions of some employees in a bakery
What did Dittons study highlight in terms of issues with Covert Ethnographys?
The practical difficulties of taking notes during covert observation over a long period of time
What was a problem for Ditton in terms of trying to keep information in his head to make notes on later?
There was too much information to remember and make notes on
Where did Ditton use to privately take down notes while at work?
The toilet
What did Ditton use to make his notes due to the research being so covert?
Toilet paper
What eventualy became noticed among other employees at the bakery?
Ditton went to the toilet a lot
What did Ditton have to do due to the concerns of his workmates from the frequent bathroom trips?
Ditton had to admit that he was doing research on them
What did Ditton eventually do with his study in terms of being Covert?
He eventually took notes in front of everyone else
