PSYB01H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Participant Observation, Five Ws, Focus Group

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Chapter 11: qualitative methods learn by listening and/or observing others in natural environment. Selecting interviewees: knowledgeable about subject of interview, open to talking range of perspectives selection until saturation point saturation point: point where new interviews seem to yield little additional information. Developing rapport show interest in interviewee and explain purpose in first few minutes: maintain appropriate distance (cultural norms, eye contact no distracting behaviour, appropriate pace if covers emotional or stressful topics give interviewee opportunity to unwind at end. Observers must evaluate their effect on others. Must also try and preserve some physical space and time for research. Entering the field: critical: can shape subsequent interactions, must learn in advance how participants typically dress and typical activities to be prepared, critical to find participant who can make introductions formal permission may be needed. Managing relationships so they can continue to observe and interview: every action can develop or undermine, advice. Plausible honest explanation for why they are there.

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