resarch methods Flashcards
1
Q
what do positivists like?
A
Scientific info + numbers/ quantitative data
2
Q
what do interpretivists like?
A
in depth + detailed info/ qualitative data
3
Q
what is a covert observation
A
An observation where the participant is unaware that they are being observed
4
Q
What is an overt observation?
A
An observation where the participant is aware that they are being observed
5
Q
What is a criticism of covert research
A
- criticisms
- unethical
- hard to record data
- ‘keeping a front’ = stress to observer
6
Q
What is a positive of covert research
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Avoids Hawthorne effect
High validity
Can gain access to closed groups eg, crime
7
Q
What is a criticism of overt observation
A
- Hawthorne effect
- validity could be compromised due to Hawthorne effect
8
Q
What is a positive of overt observation
A
- ethical
- can build a rapport with participant
- easily record info
9
Q
Explain the football hooligan study
A
- Pearson carried out a covert participation study
- he was a student and attended 78 matches while regularly meeting with the group for drinks
- Pearson stated that whilst it was possible to avoid committing minor offences, a refusal would raise suspicion
10
Q
Describe the Glasgow gang research
A
- was carried out my james Patrick
- found a gang member named Tim, went undercover + went to fights
- took 4 months
- gang hung around street corners
