Question

Participant observation is a popular method of collecting information in Sociology. Write its features.

Or 

Explain the method of study of participant observation.

Answer 1

• Participant observation is a popular method of data collection in Sociology. 
• Researcher himself collects data directly from the group or area under study. 
• The social scientist stays with the group under study and learns directly about their life in participant observation.
• The researcher learns their language and culture and becomes part of their daily life. 
• Behaviour patterns which are not explicit can be studied through this method. 
• Participant observation is also called Fieldwork.