Human Services/ Research Methods

1. Prepare for the field:
   • Read Babbie’s guidelines for recording field observations (Chapter 10) (Babbie, E. (2017). The basics of
   social research (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage)
   • Select a setting (park, your house, or anywhere that can ensure your safety)
   • If you decide to go out to a park for an observation, make sure you wear a mask, and keep at least
   6 feet social distancing from people.
   • Review the guidelines for protection of human subjects before completing the observation.
2. Conduct and record the observation:
   • Date and Time: Record date, time, and duration of the observation
   • Describe the setting:
   o Describe the setting and your reasons for choosing it for your observation
   o Discuss any problems you experienced in gaining access to the site
   • Record your observations:
   o Observe and record. Take scant notes while you observe.
   o Expand on your notes as soon as possible after the observation.
   o Be explicit and clear in your description of the behaviors and interactions you observed.
3. Identity inferences and reflect

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