Hawthorne Effect Ethnography

Landscape, when applied to an urban context, no longer refers to prospects of a pastoral scene but rather becomes a mean of connecting objects and spaces around it, as well as accommodating the dynamic processes and events that move through it. These urban landscapes are not only defined by their form, but by the program that surrounds it, as well as its ability to connect with the user through its underlying function. The snow dump known as the Bayview yards, is an example of such urban landscape. Bayview Yards is a 16 acre piece of land that is currently home to a derelict city workshop and a massive area designated for a snow dump. Through the site’s history and function a new opportunity comes forward to redefine the landscape, extenuating

Nature presents itself around us every day, sprouting between the sidewalk and the street, potted on a porch or controlled and planned out in sectioned off lots often accompanied by a playground. Living in the city, we are not often presented with the unpredictable qualities of wild nature, an environment that is more likely to make the average person feel like an explorer of uncharted territory than a trip to the neighborhood park would ever make us feel.

I decided to conduct the fieldwork assignment in the Griffith Park, where I usually go hiking on Saturdays. I chose this place because it was convenient for my plans, and the Griffith Park is a place which attracts various kind of people for different reasons. I never really paid attention to people around me since I try to spend time on my own while hiking, therefore I thought it will an interesting experience to observe people in the setting that I’m familiar with.

In the social sciences and general usage, the effect refers to people changing their behavior when they are aware that they are being watched. For example, a class is being told that their lesson is going to be recorded to see how students behave during lessons. Students tend to change their behavior and behave better when they know that they are being watched, which is not how they generally behave.

In this text, William Cronon analyzes the perspective of nature in today’s society. The author elaborates on the concept of nature and the environment; Cronon challenges popular ideas related to these concepts. According to the text, there are many perspectives of nature throughout society. These different perspectives influence how we react and view the environment. A prominent view that is mentioned in the text is nature as something that is “out there.” In short, this perspective perceives nature as something separate from humanity. For example, a person might take a trip into nature and return back to their home that is separate from the nature they experienced. Cronon challenges this perspective by implying that nature might not be disconnected

In this project, I had a chance to explore the results of human activity, events related to the human nature and society including the city.

There are many studies about how public spaces are designed, preserved and used to address their social functionalities. For instance, Quentin Stevens in his book “The Ludic City: Exploring the potential of public space” is interested in nonfunctional uses of public spaces. He is focused on how people play to explain the potential perception and the use of the built environment1-. In the introduction of his book he stats that people experience public spaces in three ways: the way people sense urban settings, move through them and act within them. He explains that everyday life in the public realm reflex several social needs, including the need for play. The density and diversity of activities assembled in a public space means mixing, interaction,

The absence of the focus on individual buildings/ dwellings and its private spaces could also be the success of the liveliness of the outdoor transition spaces.

Typically, nature is, more often than not, thought of as a complete natural scenery that takes place outside with items such as: trees, woods, bodies of water, gardens, bugs, etc., but from a recent study done by BMC Public Health, it was observed by self reports that some people consider urban environments as a use of nature simply because they are outside. However, BMC Public Health believes an outdoor built environment or urban

This image demonstrates the dynamic relationship that humans have with the land. The tree is the direct connection between the two. Above the tree is abstract art that can represent different people or communities that connect us to our land. This connects to the front matter because student’s identity and citizenship will be affected by understanding the relationship between humans and the land, places, or environment (pg.7). After students have explored this unique relationship they will be able to study the impact of physical geography on the social, political, environmental and economic organization of societies (pg.7). Lastly, students will make connections to the land, which will influence their sense

To begin with, this is a qualitative research paper that is based on observing two small micro-level groups. Microsociology is the study of small groups, often through experimental means. My natural setting took place at Swedish American Health System in the 8th floor (Mother/Baby unit). My observation was approximately one hour and ten minutes in length and occurred around noon. I did not mention anything about my data collection in hopes of eliminating the Hawthorne Effect. The Hawthorne Effect is the unintended influence that observers of experiments can have on their subjects. Which is when the people being observed change their attitude to mess up the data that is being collected.

I further progressed and developed this theme and decided to focus on Cityscapes, which is an urban equivalent of a landscape. I have based my work on Stephen Wiltshire’s artwork on architectural buildings using ink. The artwork I have created is all about the world and its beauty. I have created a picture which represents different cities around the world, allowing me to travel as I draw. My travels begin with the first page of my book. See the world through my eyes and discover how my love for reading has allowed me to travel to places far and beyond. As my initial stimulus, I chose Landscapes and Townscapes. I further progressed and developed this theme and decided to focus on Cityscapes, which is an urban equivalent of a landscape. I have based my work on Stephen Wiltshire’s artwork on architectural buildings using ink. The artwork I have created is all about the world and its beauty. I have created a picture which represents different cities around the world, allowing me to travel as I draw. My travels begin with the first page of my book. See the world through my eyes and discover how my love for reading has allowed me to travel to places far and

“A great public space cannot be measured by its physical attributes alone; it must also serve people as a vital community resource in which function always trumps form. When people of all ages, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds can not only access and enjoy a place, but also play a key role in its identity, creation, and maintenance, that is when we see genuine Placemaking in action.” (Project for Public Spaces,

Interior Design social and psychological theories were developed to aid the designers in better understanding people’s needs when it comes to a space. Even in ancient times, requirements had to be met to make living conditions bearable. High ceilings, clerestory windows that allowed natural sun light in, tripartite floor plan arrangement and more were some of the norms of design that helped people psychologically and socially adapt to their current conditions.

The urban environment that I live in is my nature. My nature is filled with birds, cats, grass, and flowers. It may not be as abundant with mother nature’s resources compared to most places, but it still provides me with an experience of nature. Nature is not limited to just what we see anymore. However, you must use your senses to truly achieve the full experience of nature. In nature, you must smell the wonderful odors from the flowers, you should use your sight and observe the natural beauty of the ever-changing sky, touch the rough and jagged bark of the trees, and hear the spectacular songs of the birds that fly above you.