What is the primary purpose of observation in data collection?

Observation and Interview Techniques

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To analyze past records
To personally watch, interact, or communicate with subjects
To create a checklist of research topics
To survey a large number of respondents
2.
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Which type of observation involves the researcher participating in the activities of the subjects?
Non-participation observation
Participant observation
Indirect observation
Mediated observation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In participant observation, which method is commonly used for recording findings?
Checklists
Logbooks or diary method
Questionnaires
Video recordings
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between descriptive observation and narrative account in participant observation?
Descriptive observation records events; narrative account includes interpretations
Narrative account focuses on data collection, while descriptive observation records conversations
Descriptive observation uses checklists, while narrative account uses video recordings
There is no difference between the two
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the main characteristic of structured (non-participant) observation?
The researcher takes part in the subjects’ activities
The researcher remains detached and records observations using a checklist
The researcher writes a personal reflection about the event
The researcher interviews the subjects after observing them
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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When a researcher observes subjects secretly without their knowledge, what type of observation is this?
Covert observation
Overt observation
Structured observation
Indirect observation
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Direct observation requires the researcher to:
Observe past events
Watch events as they happen in real-time
Communicate with subjects through online platforms
Ask questions about past behavior
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