Keep Data Pure During On-site User Observation

1. What is pure observation?
2. What is the best way to record observations and data?
3. What are the 4 types of observations?

What is pure observation?

'Pure' observation. Observers may take different roles in research. The pure observer seeks to observe an activity without influencing it. However, in practice awareness of the presence of an observer is likely to influence people's behaviour.

What is the best way to record observations and data?

There are two basic ways to record your observation: at the eyepiece by writing notes (or writing notes IMMEDIATELY AFTER observing to prevent your impressions from being distorted by imagination) or speaking your description into a mini tape recorder.

What are the 4 types of observations?

What are the 4 types of observation in sociology? The 4 main types of observation in sociology are participant observation, non-participant observation, covert observation, and overt observation.