College Composition / Unit 21 CMP 0513 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Field Research
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The idea
Field research generates original data through direct observation, surveys or interviews.
In practice
Observation means taking notes while watching events, people or places, once or over time; a participant observer takes part in what is observed.
Where people slip
Field research needs planning, such as what to observe and how often, so that its data answers the research question.
Your place on the trail
Every lesson rests on earlier ones and opens later ones. Tap any to jump.
Builds on
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