Section outline

  • Lecture:  Video-Recorded Observation
    By providing access to the nuance and complexity of everyday social interaction, video-recorded observation brings unique strengths as a qualitative research approach. This method also raises questions of research design and logistics with which all qualitative researchers must grapple. Which settings should be observed and for how long? How can video-recording be accomplished without distorting “natural” interactions? What “counts” as data? What about the logistics of informed consent? Guest lecturer Chris Koenig discusses these important issues while demonstrating video-recorded observation.

    Faculty:  Chris Koenig

    Location:      China Basin 6702

    • Required Reading:

    • Assignment #1: Qualitative Research Prospectus

      Prepare a qualitative research prospectus (2-3 single-spaced pages maximum) that includes the following information:

      a)    research question (1/2 page);

      b)    significance and background (1/2 page at most – keep this short!!);

      c)     proposed approach (1/2 page, e.g. interviews, focus groups);

      d)    proposed subjects or field sites (1/2 page);

      e)    anticipated challenges, including questions or needs (3/4 page)

      *Recommend reviewing Creswell Chapter 6 in conceptualizing your possible project

      Due date: Upload to course website by Wed, Jan 29 @ noon