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Observation Research Design Worksheet

The document is a worksheet focused on observation research design in student learning, covering key concepts such as participant and non-participant observation, as well as overt and covert methods. It includes sections for recalling definitions, identifying observation types from scenarios, designing a mini observation study, evaluating the design, and reflecting on ethical considerations and data richness. The worksheet aims to facilitate understanding and application of observational research techniques.

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Observation Research Design Worksheet

The document is a worksheet focused on observation research design in student learning, covering key concepts such as participant and non-participant observation, as well as overt and covert methods. It includes sections for recalling definitions, identifying observation types from scenarios, designing a mini observation study, evaluating the design, and reflecting on ethical considerations and data richness. The worksheet aims to facilitate understanding and application of observational research techniques.

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Observation Research Design – Student Learning

Worksheet

Section 1: Key Concepts (Recall)


1. Fill in the blanks: [4]

a) Participant observation is when a researcher ____________.


b) Non-participant observation is when a researcher ___________.
c) Overt observation means ___________.
d) Covert observation means ____________.

2. Multiple Choice (circle the correct answer): [2]

a) Which of the following is NOT an advantage of participant observation?

i) Rich, detailed data


ii) Reduced observer bias
iii) Higher ecological validity
iv) Researcher can gain insider knowledge

b) Which type of observation is easiest to replicate?

i) Participant
ii) Non-participant
iii) Covert participant
iv) Covert non-participant

Section 2: Identify from Scenarios


For each scenario, complete the table below. [6]

Scenario Key Features Type (P/NP) Visibility (O/C)

1. A researcher sits in a
café with a badge
'Researcher' and records
how people order food.

2. A researcher works as
a volunteer at a pet
shelter and secretly
records volunteer
interactions.
3. A researcher watches
classroom behaviour
through a one-way
mirror.

Section 3: Design Your Own Observation


Describe your own mini observation study:

Setting:

Who/What you’ll observe:

Participant or Non-participant:

Overt or Covert:

Section 4: Evaluate Your Design


List at least two strengths and two weaknesses of the observation you designed above:

Strengths:

1) _________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

2) _________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Weaknesses:

1) _________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

2) _________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________

Section 5: Short Reflection


1. Which type of observation do you think is most ethical and why? ____________

2. Which type do you think gives the richest data and why? ____________

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