Knowledge
participant observation
Empirical research the purpose of which is to gain a intimate closeness with a given group of individuals and their principles, ideas, beliefs, and behaviours through an intensive interaction with a society in their cultural environment over a long period of time. This includes direct observation, interviews, participation in the group, etc.
Alternative Names
observation of participantobservation of participantsparticipant assessmentparticipant examinationparticipant studyparticipant evaluation
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