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PARTICIPANT OBSERVATION AS A RESEARCH METHODOLOGY.

Authors :
Pohland, Paul
Source :
Studies in Art Education; Spring72, Vol. 13 Issue 3, p4-15, 12p
Publication Year :
1972

Abstract

The article discusses the use of the participant observation method for research purposes in art education. After defining epistemology, the author describes the nature, purpose and focus of participant observation and diverse views of art educators regarding it. The dimensions of this methodology have been classified along four types, emphasis on the descriptive narrative, generation of theory, verification of theory and qualification of data. The procedure of this method has been explicated through two branches of epistemology, naturalism and idealism. A brief part of the research done to find out the dynamics of curriculum implementation is also mentioned along with a summary of the matters discussed in the paper.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00393541
Volume :
13
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Studies in Art Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
26460552
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2307/1320100