Ch 1: Fieldwork
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What tool should be used to gather reliable and valid data?

  • Binoculars
  • Flashlights
  • GPS device
  • Tape recorders (correct)

In team projects, what is essential to ensure efficient progress?

  • Clearly assigned roles and responsibilities (correct)
  • No defined roles
  • Unclear responsibilities
  • Changing deadlines

How should the collected data be classified for analysis?

  • By categories such as fact, opinion, consensus, and notable contrasts (correct)
  • By size
  • By alphabet
  • By color

What is the recommended approach for organizing data during analysis?

<p>Organizing it around key themes and sub-themes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial when preparing a report based on findings?

<p>Recording findings according to identified themes and sub-themes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in conducting fieldwork according to the 'FIELDWORK' mnemonic?

<p>Finding a topic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the methods suggested for engaging with stakeholders during fieldwork?

<p>Conducting surveys and questionnaires (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of data involves measurements like counting or averaging?

<p>Quantitative data (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to ensure all safety protocols are in place during fieldwork?

<p>To protect researchers and participants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be determined during the 'Information Gathering' step before beginning actual fieldwork?

<p>The necessary background information and scope of the topic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when organizing the timeline and phases of fieldwork?

<p>Assigning roles and responsibilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is recommended to gather reliable and valid data during fieldwork?

<p>Cameras (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should fieldwork teams ensure when working in a group?

<p>Roles and responsibilities are clearly assigned (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should collected data be organized for analysis according to the guidelines?

<p>Classify data into categories such as fact, opinion, consensus, and notable contrasts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to record findings according to identified themes?

<p>To facilitate analysis and reporting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of preparing a concise report based on findings?

<p>Reflecting the objective evaluation of the data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action ensures effective time management and planning during fieldwork?

<p>Organize the timeline and manage different phases efficiently (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of engaging with stakeholders during fieldwork?

<p>To gather diverse perspectives and information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to localize fieldwork and engage with the local community?

<p>To align the research with the local context and involve the community (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when deciding the type of data to collect during fieldwork?

<p>The nature of the research question (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step involves determining the necessary background information before starting fieldwork?

<p>Information Gathering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method can be used to decide who will provide needed information during fieldwork?

<p>Using surveys, questionnaires, or observational templates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should researchers prioritize when planning fieldwork according to safety measures?

<p>Ensuring all safety protocols are in place (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can researchers classify collected data for analysis based on the mnemonic 'FIELDWORK'?

<p>By considering quantitative vs qualitative data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect to consider when organizing recorded findings during fieldwork?

<p>Based on identified themes and sub-themes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is recommended for categorizing data into fact, opinion, consensus, and notable contrasts?

<p>Not mentioned in the text (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should role allocation be handled in teams during fieldwork?

<p>Assign roles and responsibilities clearly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing data around key themes and sub-themes during fieldwork?

<p>To simplify data interpretation and analysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to prepare a concise report reflecting an objective evaluation of the data?

<p>To provide a clear and focused summary of the findings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the 'Information Gathering' step in fieldwork?

<p>Determining if the data collected will be quantitative or qualitative (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should researchers prioritize when planning fieldwork in terms of engaging with stakeholders?

<p>Engaging with local stakeholders to collect needed information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a vital consideration when localizing fieldwork to align with the local context?

<p>Engaging actively and planning based on the local context (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method can be employed to collect data from the community during fieldwork?

<p>Using surveys, questionnaires, or observational templates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be determined regarding data collection before conducting fieldwork?

<p>Whether quantitative or qualitative data needs to be gathered (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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