Week 7

Question 1

a qualitative research method where
the researcher actively engages in
and observes the activities,
behaviors, and interactions of a
group or community to gain
deeper insights into their culture,
social dynamics, and experiences

Answer 1

Participant Observation

Question 2

To study and
understand different
cultures, societies
and communities

Answer 2

Anthropology

Question 3

Often focusing on
cultural practices
social structures
and everyday life

Answer 3

Ethnography

Question 4

To investigate various
social phenomena, like
group dynamics, social
norms, and institutions

Answer 4

Sociology

Question 5

To explore how culture,
identity, and social
practices, intersect in
particular settings

Answer 5

Cultural Studies

Question 6

How communities
interact and respond
to their environments

Answer 6

Environmental and
Sustainability

Question 7

Explore the
meanings of place
and the contexts of
everyday life

Answer 7

Geography

Question 8

Gang leader for a day author, and gang leader member

Answer 8

Sudhir Venkatesh

JP

Question 9

Research Roles

Answer 9

1. Complete observer
2. observer-as-participant
3. participant-as-observer
4. complete
   participation

Question 10

Fieldwork

Answer 10

Choice of Setting
Access
Field Relations
Degrees of Self-Relevation

Question 11

Paper Lion book and guy involved in it

Answer 11

guy gets to join football team as journalist

George Plimpton

Question 12

General Things to Observe

Answer 12

Appearance
Verbal behaviour and interactions
Physical behaviour and gestures
Personal space

Question 13

Types of Data Collection / Description

Answer 13

Observation notes: Baseline for participant observation

Counts of specific observations: Frequency, intensity, source

Semi structured or structured interviews: Interviews conducted using an interview guide

Casual conversations / informal interviews: Notes or recordings of actual conversations