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T he features of an observation.
Observation is a method for gathering data by watching individuals. Candidates are not required to know about participant versus non-participant observation or controlled versus naturalistic observation.
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- Observation is a method for gathering data by watching individuals. Candidates are not required to know about participant versus non-participant observation or controlled versus naturalistic observation.
- Apply knowledge of observation techniques to new situations.
- Structured observation involves observing a predetermined set of behaviors, which includes using operationalized behavioral categories, tally charts, and checklists. Behavioral categories are specific actions noted during structured observation.
- Unstructured observation is characterized by observing a full range of behaviors without pre-selecting any specific actions.
- Apply knowledge of both structured and unstructured observation methods to new contexts.
- Understand how to operationalize behavioral categories for observations.
- Apply knowledge of how to operationalize behavioral categories to new situations.
- Covert observation occurs when the observer's role is not known to the participants, as they are hidden or disguised.
- Overt observation is when the observer's role is clear to the participants, who are aware they are being observed.
- Apply knowledge of covert and overt observation methods to new contexts.
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