Amelia, a sociology student, is working on her senior thesis on underage drinking. She secretly studies students at a party without informing them of the research. This situation is an example of
A) nonparticipant observation.
B) covert observation.
C) incomplete participant observation.
D) overt observation.
Dr. Lucker is going to study her freshmen psychology class during finals. She announces her intention to the class. This situation is an example of
A) participant observation.
B) covert observation.
C) complete participant observation.
D) overt observation.
A researcher wishes to study behavior in a kindergarten classroom. The researcher sends home permission slips to parents informing them of the study being conducted, with a statement asking parents to return a signed permission form for the child to participate. The research includes only children for whom the signed permission form is received. This is an example of
A) informed consent.
B) active consent.
C) passive consent.
D) ethical violation.