5.4.3 - Some Limitations of Participant Observation
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What is participant observation?
💡 Hint: Think about how a researcher engages with participants.
Name one limitation of participant observation.
💡 Hint: Consider the scope of observations.
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Participant observation provides insights from which perspective?
💡 Hint: Think about who the researcher connects with.
True or False: Participant observation can provide a broad perspective on a community.
💡 Hint: Consider the scope mentioned in the advantages.
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Imagine you are a researcher using participant observation in a local festival. Design a plan that mitigates biases in your observations. What steps would you take?
💡 Hint: Consider how to involve participants in shaping the narrative.
You are tasked with writing a report based on participant observation in a community. How do you ensure that the community's voice is accurately represented?
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of collaboration and validation.
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