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Required prior knowledge

A pupil or a student who takes the module “Observational research” should have an initial knowledge of the qualitative research methodology. Student should be able to identify a when observational research is the most appropriate research strategy. Therefore, before starting the module, students are recommended to read the “How do we choose research methods” module.

Module difficulty

Intermediate/advanced level

Main goals
  • to equip students with understanding about principles of observational research,
  • to familiarize students with the different forms of observational research and different forms of field notes,
  • to support students in creating their field notes,
  • to familiarize students with examples of observational research and providing some examples of tools which can be used in observational research,
  • to develop the ability to identify a challenges and possible risks of doing observational research.
Structure of the module

The module is divided into three parts. The first part contains a theoretical presentation of the forms of observational research, second part is devoted to explanation of possible problems and risks during observational research and third part can be used both for students’ independent work and for work with a teacher during a lesson. The third part contains additional materials for the teacher (lesson plan and additional exercises).