Recording observations
There are many ways of recording observations. The selection of a method of recording depends on the purpose of the observation.
Narrative recording – researcher records a description of the interaction in his own words.
Using scales – observers develop a scale in order to rate various aspects of the interaction or phenomenon.
Categorical recording – observer records his observation using categories.
Recording on electronic devices – Observation can be recorded on videotape or other electronic devices and then analyzed.
The interview
Interviewing is a commonly used method of collecting information from people. A researcher has freedom to decide the format and content of questions to be asked choose the order in which they are to be asked.
This process of asking questions can be flexible, where the interviewer has freedom to think about and formulate questions as they come to mind around the issue being investigated – unstructured interview, or
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