observational techniques Flashcards
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naturalistic observation
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watching and recording behaviour in the setting within which it would normally occur
2
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controlled observation
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watching and recording behaviour within a structured environment ie. one where the variables are measured
3
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covert observations
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participants’ behaviour is watched and recorded without their knowledge or consent
4
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overt observations
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participants’ behaviour is watched and recorded with their knowledge and consent
5
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participant observation
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the researcher becomes a member of the group whose behaviour he/she is watching and recording
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non-participant observation
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the researcher remains outside of the group whose behaviour he/she is watching and recording
