Direct observation of behavior in a naturalistic situation, as compared with observation in a situational test, requires that
a. predetermined hypotheses be tested.
b. the situation be less structured, with behaviors more spontaneous.
c. the observation be more obtrusive and more short-range.
d. the task each subject is asked to perform is the same.
Ques. 2Define scaffolding and provide several examples of scaffolding techniques.
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 3In participant observation, a major disadvantage of letting subjects know the researcher and his/her purpose is that
a. only the simplest behaviors can be observed.
b. the researcher's presence may change the situation.
c. it is more difficult to ask questions and record observations.
d. it is unethical to let the people become aware of the purpose.
Ques. 4How can teachers help accelerate cognitive development?
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 5The best way to reduce observer effect in qualitative studies is to use ____observation.
a. unstructured c. obtrusive
b. structured d. unobtrusive
Ques. 6What role did Vygotsky recommend teachers play with respect to learning how to use psychological tools?
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 7Which of the following activities is not typical of researchers doing participant observation?
a. Using personal experiences as useable data
b. Becoming totally immersed in the setting
c. Being totally objective in data collection and interpretation
d. Revising hypotheses as the research proceeds
Ques. 8Note whether Vygotsky believed that cognitive development was more strongly influenced by peers or adults and explain why.
What will be an ideal response?
Ques. 9Qualitative inquirers collect data through
a. observation. c. document analysis.
b. interviews. d. All of these are true.
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