Observation as a research method

Which is the best definition of observation as a research method?

• Watching or reading a large sample of printed or broadcast material.

• Watching your favourite programs on Netflix

• A method to record behaviours in our research.

• A way of analysing why people do things.

Which of the following are ethical considerations to keep in mind with observation.

• Be mindful of safety.

• Seek permission.

• Wear comfortable shoes.

• Ensure privacy and confidentiality are maintained.

In participant observation the researcher is part of the group being observed.

• True

• False

What is non-participant observation?

• Researchers pay participants.

• Participants observe researchers.

• Research that has no participants.

• Where the researcher observes participants.

How do we record our observations?

• With our mobile phones.

• From memory.

• Data recording sheet.

What information do we need to include on our data collection sheet?

• Weather

• Date

• Hypothesis

• Location

What is statistical analysis?

• Organising our data.

• Analysing our data, making generalisations and checking our hypothesis.

• Writing the essay.

• Adding appropriate images.

How is statistical analysis often presented?

• To your teacher.

• In an essay.

• In the form of graphs.

• In the reference list.

What is the primary purpose of using graphs in statistical analysis?

• To visually represent data for easier understanding.

• To replace the need for data collection.

• To confuse the audience.

• To make reports longer.

Which of the following is a key characteristic of participant observation?

• The researcher remains completely detached from the group.

• The researcher actively engages with the group being studied.

• The researcher uses only secondary data sources.

• The researcher only observes from a distance.