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ERIC Number: EJ166910
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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The Use of Ethnographic Techniques in Educational Research
Wilson, Stephen
Review of Educational Research, 47, 2, 245-65, Spr 77
Differences between ethnographic, phenomenological, or qualitative research techniques are reviewed through an explanation of the rationale behind their use and discussion of some of the processes by which this type of research is conducted. While this article is focused on educational research, the discussion applies equally to social psychological research in all settings. (MV)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Educational Anthropology, Educational Research, Ethnography, Experimenter Characteristics, Field Studies, Research Design, Research Methodology, Social Science Research
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Identifiers: Participant Observation