Observations- RESEARCH METHODS

Question 1

Naturalistic Observation

Answer 1

Variable not manipulated

Question 2

Controlled Observation

Answer 2

Variables controlled by the researcher

Question 3

Participant Observation

Answer 3

Observer becomes involved with participant

Question 4

Non- participant observation

Answer 4

Observer doesn’t involve themselves

Question 5

Overt study

Answer 5

Told participants they are part of the study

Question 6

Covert study

Answer 6

Participants don’t know they’re being observed

Question 7

Event sampling

Answer 7

Tally every time you see the behaviour

Question 8

Time sampling

Answer 8

Using time intervals- only collect data in that interval exactly