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Observational Method in Social Sciences

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What is the meaning of 'method' in the context of research?

Method refers to the systematic approach or strategy used to conduct a research study.

What does 'observational method' mean?

Observational method is a research approach where the researcher systematically observes and records behaviors, events, or phenomena in their natural setting.

The observational method is only suitable for observing behaviors, not for studying attitudes or beliefs.

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What is the meaning of 'research' in the context of this content?

Research refers to a systematic and rigorous investigation aimed at discovering new knowledge, understanding phenomena, or solving problems. Signup and view all the answers

Researchers should rely solely on their own observations rather than seeking information from others during research.

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What is a key element of 'research' that is mentioned in this content?

A key element of research is the systematic and rigorous investigation of a topic. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of 'research' as described in this content?

The primary purpose of research is to discover new knowledge or understand phenomena better. Signup and view all the answers

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Description

Today's use of the situation
understanding the state
Observationally understanding the situation using a method

Observation Method

In social sciences, the observational method is utilized
A sample of the whole population is taken
It is used to understand the behavior of individuals or groups

Procedure

Researchers study the subject's behavior
Observe their actions
Collect data for analysis
Draw conclusions about the subject's actions

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Explore the observational method utilized in social sciences to understand individual and group behaviors. This quiz covers the procedures for studying subjects, observing actions, and analyzing data. Gain insights into how researchers draw conclusions based on observations.