Categorías: Todo - habitat - natural - observation - control

por Merna Henry hace 11 años

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Research Methods

Studying behavior through naturalistic observation involves observing subjects in their natural environments without interference. This method is beneficial as it avoids the artificial constraints of a laboratory setting, allowing for more genuine behavioral data.

Research Methods

Naturalistic Observation

Example

Do eagles hunt in packs ? Merna Henry

Limitations

Difficult to observe habits witjout disturbing the habitat Merna Henry
Takes a long time Merna Henry
Describes but not explains behavior Merna Henry

Strengths

Uses nature to validate some laboratory finding or theoretical concept. Merna Henry
No artificial and limited setting of the laboratory Merna Henry

Description

No lab controls Merna Henry
Observing natural Phenomenon Merna Henry