Answer all questions with suitable examples
1. Participant observation is an approach that allows the researcher to participant in or closely observes the lives and activities of those whom they are studying. It is used to attempt to get to the root of "what is going on" in a wide range of social setting. Discuss
in detail.
2. Four types of participant observation are distinguished by two separate dimentions: whether the researcher's identity is revealed or concealed and the extent to which the researcher participates in the activities being observed. Explain with examples.
3. As a full-time student your choice of one of these types will be influenced by a number of factors including the nature of your research question and objectives, your ability to negotiate access, the time you have to devote to your research and your circumstances. Discuss
4. In contrast to participant observation, structured observation has a high level of predetermined structure. Discuss with examples.