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Using observation for data collection.

D Lynes
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Observation is a term that describes several methodological techniques, and can be used to collect qualitative or quantitative data. Non-verbal behaviour and tactile skills are particularly amenable to observation. The presence of an observer may affect the behaviour of subjects. Data collection may be influenced by the observers' expectations and motives.

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D Lynes. 1999. Using observation for data collection.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10205546/

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