Triangulation Observation

Type up notes on reflection after a lesson, (log these as daily entries like a paper journal/diary) in

The research topic is selected, the testable research question is developed, research on the topic is found, the literature review is completed, and a decision is made on the research design. Now, one of the most important steps in the research process to accomplish is the collection of data. Notwithstanding the research project and whether the method of research is whether qualitative or quantitative, data must be collected. Data collection is essential whether the method of choice is a mail survey, a telephone survey, an interview, an experiment, field research, or secondary data analysis. Data collection is an important aspect of any research study. Inaccurate data can impact the results of a study and ultimately lead to invalid results. During the data collection step, a significant amount of time, energy and attention are required. In order to ensure the data collection process is valid and successful, one should adhere to the four steps involved: (1) the construction of a collection data form which is used to organize all data that is collected; (2) the designation of the coding strategy used to represent data on a data collection form; (3) the collection of the actual data; and (4) entry into the data collection form (Salkind, 2012).

The observation was a very interesting and informative process. It gave me the opportunity to apply different theories of development. The biggest advantage of this psychological method is the opportunity to observe the subject in the natural surrounding and watch his natural behavior.

You are in a “classroom” observing and observe the following behaviors from students. You are to respond to each of the questions regarding each student scenario.

I volunteered at the 12th Man Foundation Distinguished Dinner Event to learn more about Texas A&M University culture. A&M is one of the most prestigious public schools in the nation. It is known for teaching and training students to become capitalists in this industrial society we live in. It is also known for one of its core values, selfless service. To learn more about this particular core value, I completed fieldwork using a model known as participant-observation.

I felt at ease in this setting, as there were many more customers like myself, sitting alone reading, typing away on their laptops, writing in yellow pads or studying. Being in plain sight in a public environment, I assumed the role of a participant observer despite feeling a little unsure about the landscape of this assignment and insecure about my field note taking capabilities.

In this video, I have learned how important it is to gather information about the student. Sometimes, it is hard for teachers to keep the record or observe the student because they are too focused on the lesson and teaching the content. However, a good teacher must not only teach the student but able to observe them too. In my future classroom, I will gather information about the student through various methods such as interviews and direct observations. It will be wise to have some kind of easy techniques to keep the record of the students and to organize it in the classroom. Not only that I will encourage all of the parents to keep the record of their letters, emails and any documentations to support their child when they go through the meeting like

I record both, short and long observations of the children and alongside their drawings and photographs, collate a learning journal, which is then shared with their parents. This allows me to plan activities that interest and challenge the children and set the next steps for each child. This also encourages parents to work in close partnership with the school.

Observation is very important in young children because that is how you get to know a child better. While observing how a child interacts with their peers, adults, and how they behave in different settings, you are getting to know the child without speaking to them.

The observation is the follow-through on the pre-conference. The teacher should teach the lesson as well as possible and the supervisor should record events during the lesson as accurately as possible according the methods agreed upon during the preconference.

Observation is something that educators do carefully to gain information about young children. Documentation is the process of collecting evidence that serves as a record. When teachers observe the young children, it provides the information that the teachers need to build relationships with individual children and enable them to be successful learners. The best way the teachers should learn about children by carefully watching them, listening to them and studying their work. When the teachers are watching and listening to children helps us understand what they are feeling, learning and thinking. Observation is an excellent way to track children’s

How does one observe while simultaneously participating? It is an awkward position for the researcher to be in—the very nature of the term “participant observation” is at odds with each other; therefore the author must keep a degree of distance in order to fully observe and record their observations. At the same time, the author must do as the locals do, which is: it is very important for the researcher to connect with members of the population. As the researcher gets to know the members of a group he or she will be studying, it is important that they learn to make friends quickly so they can be accepted in the community and obtain quality research in the form of observation, interviews, and accurately record field notes. Additionally, the researcher will have to take all their personal thoughts, interviews, and observations and organize the data with an eye towards their own biases and subjectivities. These are some of the positive aspects of participation observation, but there are many potential drawbacks as well.

Triangulation is readily interpreted as a method to integrate two or more approaches, theories, data sources, methods or investigators in one single study of a single social phenomenon (Thurmond 2001; Yeasmin and Rahman 2012). Such as the use of both quantitative and qualitative methods, within the same research question; in order to allow the researcher to refine the findings or research question (Oppermann 2000). It can also be applied more broadly to refer to the use of multiple observers, theoretical perspectives, sources of data, and methodologies (Denzin 1970). In social and criminological research, the term triangulation is used to refer to incidents whereby the researcher desires to verify their findings by showing that independent measures agree

The observation’s reflection has already influenced the way I plan and teach. Reflecting on my work helped me improve my teaching strategies and gain the ability to schedule plans that respond to the students’ needs. In my opinion, observation is one of the most successful strategies that are used in the practicum course to support teachers. I believe that AUD has formed an enthusiastic teaching and learning community.

Data Collection is a vital aspect of any type of research study. Erroneous data collection can impact the results of a study and ultimately lead to invalid results. Data collection methods for impact evaluation vary along a scale. At the one end of this scale are quantitative methods and at the other end of the scale are Qualitative methods for data collection. Choosing a particular data collection method will depend on the accuracy of information they will yield and the practical considerations, such as, the need for personnel, time, equipment and other facilities, in relation to what is available