Participant Observation Steps
Preparing for Participant Observation
1 Determine the purpose of the participant observation activity as related to the overall research objectives.
2 Determine the population(s) to be observed.
3 Consider the accessibility of the population(s) and the venues in which you would like to observe them.
4 Investigate possible sites for participant observation.
5 Select the site(s), time(s) of day, and date(s), and anticipate how long you will collect participant observation data on each occasion.
6 Decide how field staff will divide up or pair off to cover all sites most effectively.
7 Consider how you will present yourself, both in terms of appearance and how you will explain your purpose to others if necessary.
8 Plan how and if you will take notes during the participant observation activity.
9 Remember to take your field notebook and a pen.
After Participant Observation
10 Schedule time soon after participant observation to expand your notes.
11 Type your notes into computer files using the standard format set for the study
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