EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -There are several different approaches to observational research including naturalistic observation, participant observation, structured observation, case studies, and archival research.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is an observation? A way to gather data by watching people, events, or noting physical characteristics in their natural setting. Observations can be overt (subjects know they are being observed) or covert (do not know they are being watched).

Detailed explanation-3: -Observational research is a research technique where you observe participants and phenomena in their most natural settings. This enables researchers to see their subjects make choices and react to situations in their natural setting, as opposed to structured settings like research labs or focus groups.

Detailed explanation-4: -Secondary data may be used in both quantitative and qualitative research, but involves the use of previously-published information for analysis.