Observational Techniques

• Naturalist Observation?


  Behaviour that is studied in a natural situations - the researcher doesn't interfere in any way
• Controlled Observation?


  Some variables in the experiment are controlled by the researcher - reducing the 'naturalness' of the environment
• Covert Observation?


  Participant doesn't know that they are being observed
• Overt Observation?


  Participant know that they are being observed and recorded
• Participant Observation?


  Observer interacts with the group that is being observed
• Non-participant Observation?


  Observer just watched and listens to the group that is being observed - no interactions