What is ethnography?

How long need it take?

Q: Stacey wonders, “Please understand that this is not meant in a negative way but I was pondering your use of the word ‘ethnographic’ in describing your research projects. I, also schooled in anthropology, was under the impression that the … Continue reading

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Am I doing ethnography?

Q: Marachit wonders, “I have been doing something very similar to what you do although I have no idea if I can even claim it as ethnography. I do think it comes close, in a way. Been doing it for … Continue reading

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Is there one recipe for ethnography?

Q: Maria wonders, “Does ethnographic research have any one ‘recipe’ for ethnographic research design? I am focusing on the research design, not the methodological approach to the research. Can you help?” A: Hi Maria, I don’t think there is any … Continue reading

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Qualitative vs. quantitative

Q: Jim asks, “Am I correct in saying that the primary difference in purpose between qualitative research and quantitative research is the focus on understanding one individual (or small group) in depth as a key source of knowledge, versus understanding … Continue reading

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