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by farida al hakim 12 years ago

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Naturalistic Observation Method

This method involves collecting data through self-reports, primarily using interviews and questionnaires. The approach includes both open-ended and forced-choice questions, allowing for a wide range of responses.

Naturalistic Observation Method

Survey Method: (Farida Tarek)

Examples

Sociology
What is the drug use among college students at a large metropolitan university?
Psychology
What kinds of sexual problems are experienced by "normal" couples?
Geology
How can one compare modern earthquakes to historical events where observations were limited?
Biology
What kinds of seeds do feathered backyard visitors like to eat?

Description

Data collected from interview, questionnaires
Forced-choice questions
Open-ended questions
self report
No direct observation
Descriptive Study
Non-Experimental

Main topic

Limitations

Not explanatory
Questions Misunderstood
Poor memory
Intentional deception
Self report method used

Strengths

help assessing attitudes + opinions
large sample=Accurate results
Unobservable data easily collected

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