PSYC 4399 Ethnography and Grounded Theory Lecture Notes

This set of flashcards encompasses key concepts about Ethnography and Grounded Theory from the lecture notes, including methods, historical context, and data collection practices.

What is the primary method used in Ethnography?

Observation, but it does not have to be.

Who invented the modern form of fieldwork and ethnography?

Bronislaw Malinowski in 1915.

What are the three types of data documented by Malinowski?

Detailed descriptions of daily life, all stories and narratives, and synoptic charts.

What is the first step in the Ethnography process?

Preparation.

What is Grounded Theory?

Building theory on individual experiences or social interactions from 'the ground up'.

What method did Glaser and Strauss develop in their study of dying hospital patients?

The 'constant comparative' method.

What is one disadvantage of observation mentioned in the lecture?

Observer Effect: Participants perform differently when they know they are being observed.

What does the term 'ethical sketchy' refer to in the context of research?

Conducting research without full consent from all participants, even if anonymized.

What are the steps of the Ethnography process?

Preparation, Field Study, Analysis, Reporting.

What can help you take more detailed field notes?

Practice and having a clear research question.

Why might observation avoid self-report bias?

Because it does not rely on people’s willingness to provide information.

What does ethnography prescribe according to the definition provided?

The ways people should act.

What is the significance of the history of ethnography and grounded theory?

It informs the understanding of how these methods have evolved and their foundational practices.

What does theoretical sampling refer to in Grounded Theory?

Selecting subjects based on their relevance to the research questions.

What were the key outcomes of grounded theory according to Glaser and Strauss's research?

It systematized ways to develop theory in qualitative research.