SOAN 2120 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Tacit Knowledge, Explicit Knowledge, Social Constructionism

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Sociology and Anthropology
• Course: SOAN 2120
• Professor: David Mathews

Document Summary

Is a distinct approach, that combines theory, philosophy, and method. Naturalism and social involvement means field research is less structured then quantitative research. Getting organized in the beginning human and personal factors can play a role in any research project. Field research begins with a general topic not a specific hypothesis. The researcher should move outside his/her comfort zone to experience as much in the field without betraying the primary commitment of being a researcher. Although a field research project does not proceed fixed steps , some common concerns arise in the early stages. These include selecting a site, and gaining access to the site, entering the field, learning the ropes, and developing a rapport with the members. Where to observe a setting or field site, which is a context in which events or activities occur. A social group may act over several defined sites. A researcher selects a site then identifies cases to examine in it.