C1-Analyse the issues which are essential to confidentiality and objective observation It is very important to maintain confidentially when carrying out observations. Also observations should be objective. This refers to abilities of thinking on factual information instead our own opinions and feelings. One way of ensuring confidentiality is that all the information is followed according to the Data Protection Act. This means all information should be kept securely and should be accurate.
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Observation What In our research we have to observe the behavior of supermarket customers. We are going to do this using a qualitative method such as unstructured participant observation. We will also engage in a supermarket observation regarding the structure of the shelves and how they are positioned. Why We are doing this kind of observation to create an image of customer buying behavior. We‚ as the observers‚ will analyze and record this behavior. Where We are going to conduct this
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First exercise - Passive Observation – in groups - submit by Sept 12th Passive Observation - Observation in a Public Place Go to a public setting and carry out a one-hour observation. Choose a place you think will be fun and interesting. Observe and record movements‚ interactions‚ sights‚ sounds‚ spatial arrangements‚ and anything else that strikes you. Be an observer only -- it should be the sort of place where you can sit and take notes without bothering anyone. Examples of this sort of place
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of Comprehensive Research‚ Volume 5‚ Page 32 Groups and Group Behavior Dr. I. Chaneta Faculty of Commerce University of Zimbabwe ABSTRACT Groups and teams are a major feature of organizational life. The work organization and its sub-units are made of‚ are groups of people. Most activities of the organization require at least some degree of co-ordination through the operation of groups and teamwork. An understanding of the nature of groups is vital if the manager is to influence the behavior
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Focus Groups Focus groups are one of many methods utilized by researchers to gather qualitative data. This method consists in simultaneously interviewing a group of people‚ usually 6-8‚ in the same location with a shared factor (Krueger& Casey‚ 2000). They are also a powerful tool to assess services or examine new ideas (Krueger& Casey‚ 2000; McNamara‚ n.d.). Focus groups are an ideal data gathering method for researchers because they allow them to learn the social norms of the community or subgroup
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METHODS OF OBSERVATION Narrative/free description/written record or running record A running record is a very detailed description of the behaviour of a child over a short period of time‚ often less than five minutes. The observer watches a child or group of children and note down everything he sees‚ which gives the portrait of the child and his activity during this particular period of time. The observer sits quietly and tries not to draw attention to him as his interaction may affect the behaviour
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Explain how observations of babies‚ children and young people contribute to planning. “What are observations? An observation is a piece of work in which the child’s words and actions are recorded in great detail. This child’s actions are then analyzed by the practitioner. It is about looking and listening to children. A bit like being a scientist we collect information or data process it and draw up conclusions from it.” (Class Hand out) An important part of a practitioner’s role is recording
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APSY 3145 Qualitative Research Methods Week 4 Presentation Focus Groups How to design and conduct a focus group interview? Chan Ming Chung‚ Daniel Chan Ying Wa‚ Cindy Yip Chun Hin‚ Hinry Brief Contents • What is the focus group? • How to conduct it? • Basic ingredients in focus groups. • Problem of confidentiality • Pro & Con • Limitation What is the focus group? • An interview with several people • Emphasize a specific topic • Extensively use in market and social research • Interested in how
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Introduction All methods involve observation‚ but participant observation is characterized by the extent to which its advocates insist on observation and interpretation of a situation‚ informed by an understanding of the situation from the point of view of the participants rather than the observer. An attempt is made to avoid imposing categories from outside. Participant observation is the method of anthropology‚ although it is used in a wide range of sociological studies when the researcher has ’become
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learned as a participant observer in two different AA self-help meetings that occurred face-to-face and online. First‚ a brief review of the two observed groups is presented; second‚ the similarities and differences between the two groups will then be discussed. Followed by the comparison between the observed process and the theory of what a mutual aid group should offer. Keywords: Alcoholics Anonymous‚ Mutual aid‚ self-help‚ alcoholism‚ Meetings Introduction “God grant me the serenity to accept the
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