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GCSE Sociology · key term
A change in people’s behaviour caused by their awareness that they are being studied.
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Revise: Qualitative and Quantitative MethodsIn overt observation, participants know the researcher’s identity and purpose. This allows the researcher to seek informed consent. However, awareness of the research may change behaviour—the observer effect.
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A change in people's behaviour caused by their awareness that they are being observed.
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In overt observation, people know they are being studied. This allows consent to be sought, but awareness of the researcher may change behaviour: the observer effect. Other ethical responsibilities, including preventing harm, still apply.
