DIRECTIONS: express your agreement or disagreement on each sentence.
1. You may observe a group openly or secretly
2. Interview can be a replacement for observation
3. Observation can be enhanced by interviewers
4. Hurting people is possible through observation
5. You can both be objective and subjective in research
Answers & Comments
Agreement: You may observe a group openly or secretly - I agree. Observation can be done in various ways, including openly or secretly, depending on the context and purpose of the observation.
Disagreement: Interview can be a replacement for observation - I disagree. While interviews can provide valuable information, they are not a direct replacement for observation. Observation allows researchers to directly witness and analyze behavior, interactions, and other phenomena, which may not be fully captured through interviews alone.
Agreement: Observation can be enhanced by interviewers - I agree. Interviews can complement observation by providing additional insights, clarifications, and context from the participants. Interviewers can ask questions that help researchers gain a deeper understanding of the observed behavior or phenomena.
Disagreement: Hurting people is possible through observation - I disagree. Ethical observation practices prioritize the well-being and privacy of individuals being observed. Observation should be conducted with respect and consideration for the rights and dignity of the participants. Intentionally causing harm through observation would be unethical.
Agreement: You can both be objective and subjective in research - I agree. Research often involves a combination of objective and subjective elements. Objective research aims to be unbiased, relying on empirical evidence and rigorous methodologies. However, subjective perspectives, interpretations, and personal experiences can also play a role in research, particularly in qualitative studies or when exploring subjective phenomena.