Sociological Observation 10 questions on sociological observation 4.5 / 5 based on 4 ratings ? SociologySociological research methodsA2/A-levelAll boards Created by: Maddie HardieCreated on: 25-04-09 22:23 Observation is favoured by Interpretivists 1 of 10 Participant Observation is higher in... Validity 2 of 10 What does covert observation mean? To observe undercover 3 of 10 What does overt observation mean? To observe with identity as a sociologist and purpose known 4 of 10 Eileen Barker in her study "Making A Moonie" observed the Unification church... overtly 5 of 10 James Patrick in his study "A Glasgow Gang" to the majority observed covertly 6 of 10 An advantage of overt observation is It allows the researcher to be able to ask questions to clarify meanings 7 of 10 An advantage of covert observation is it doesnt affect the groups behaviour and so is high in validity 8 of 10 An disadvantage of overt observation is the knowlege of the researchers identity may affect the groups behaviour and so not provide a true picture. 9 of 10 A disadvantage of covert observation is deception used is unethical 10 of 10
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