Fieldwork (Grade 11 NSC Matric Geography): Flashcards
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Observation in fieldwork involves
Observation in fieldwork involves
Systematically recording what you see, hear & experience
3 main observation techniques in fieldwork
3 main observation techniques in fieldwork
Sketch maps, photographs with photo-sketches, questionnaires
Sketch map definition
Sketch map definition
Simplified drawing showing only important relevant features
Main principle when creating sketch maps
Main principle when creating sketch maps
Keep simple - only include features relevant to research
Advantage of photo-sketches over photographs
Advantage of photo-sketches over photographs
Solves information overload, highlights key features
How to create a photo-sketch
How to create a photo-sketch
Use transparent grid or tracing paper over photograph
Purpose of questionnaires in fieldwork
Purpose of questionnaires in fieldwork
Collect information directly from people about research topic
Why maintain anonymity in questionnaires
Why maintain anonymity in questionnaires
People more likely to give honest answers if anonymous
Questionnaire question format preference
Questionnaire question format preference
Tick-boxes rather than long written answers
Best approach for using observation methods
Best approach for using observation methods
Combine all three methods for comprehensive understanding