RDL 1 - RECAP

What is observation in research?

• Asking respondents questions

• Watching, interacting, or communicating with subjects

• Analyzing written responses

• Conducting surveys

In participant observation, the researcher:

• Watches subjects from a distance

• Uses only surveys

• Takes part in the subjects' activities

• Ignores the subjects

What is a key characteristic of non-participant observation?

• The researcher records observations using a checklist

• The researcher interacts with the subjects

• The researcher asks direct questions

• The researcher changes the subjects’ behavior

Which of the following is an advantage of observation?

• It requires a short amount of time

• It provides firsthand knowledge

• It does not require data recording

• It avoids any bias

A covert observation means:

• The researcher secretly observes the subjects

• The subjects know they are being observed

• The researcher interacts with the subjects

• The observation is done through interviews

What is the purpose of an interview in research?

• To randomly select respondents

• To gather data by verbally asking questions

• To observe behavior in a natural setting

• To analyze statistical data

In a structured interview, respondents:

• Can answer freely without restrictions

• Avoid answering questions

• Ask the researcher questions

• Choose from a set of predetermined answers

A semi-structured interview combines:

• Only open-ended questions

• Only multiple-choice questions

• Structured and unstructured interview techniques

• No interview guide

Group interviews are often used in:

• Focus group discussions

• One-on-one counseling

• Private investigations

• Secret observations

What is one disadvantage of an interview?

• It does not provide in-depth information

• It cannot be done remotely

• It does not allow interaction with respondents

• It is a slow data-gathering method