A guide is made up of the questions you want to answer through observation. This guide will act as an anchor for your observations, reminding you what you are looking for and why.

Field notes are a flexible way to document observations. The observation format depends on your evaluation needs as well as the target population. Controlled observations are conducted in …

Observation can be invaluable when conducting an evaluation. Or it can also be of limited value if it is not done well. This document offers suggestions on how observation can be done effectively and …

This pack outlines strategies to use observation in research so that the findings that emerge can be used with some confidence. It will introduce you to techniques of observation and help you develop …

This brief is about observation as a data collection method for evaluation. It includes a basic overview of observation; when to use it; how to plan and conduct it; and its advantages and disadvantages.

There are many different types of observation methods. These include structured observation, expert observation and participant observation. Observation is one of the most basic data collection methods.

Researchers document their observations of activities, events, and interactions. Observations can occur in person or by reviewing audio or video recordings.