“Qualitative
field research is the process of observing and experiencing other groups’
social life. This type of research seeks to discover how groups act in certain
social settings such as observing gang life (Bachman & Schutt, 2014).
This type of research is time-consuming; which
can be both an advantage and a limitation. It is an advantage in that the time
spent with these social groups can give in-depth and thorough understanding of
the topic researched. It is a limitation in that it requires field notes,
observations, maintaining relationships, and analyzing that data (Bachman &
Schutt, 2014). This creates a long and drawn out process.
A strength in this type of research allows the
researcher to create a rapport with these social groups. This rapport helps the
participants trust and open up in a way that creates a better understanding of
the participant’s situations. A limitation is that the researcher can have a
hard time maintaining appropriate boundaries. The researcher spends time with
these people and it can be hard to remain unbiased. A researcher can seek to
learn about the group but should not become an active participant or become
involved. It can cause the researcher to become conflicted and create bias data
(Fogel, 2007).
A good criminal justice topic would be the study of young males
joining gangs. The research questions could be: ‘What happens to these young
men that make them want to join a gang? How do they manage the demands of the
gang?’”
Respond to the above by using “ONE” of the bulletin
point below in APA format
· Ask a probing question.
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· Share an insight from having read your colleague’s
posting.
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· Offer and support an opinion.
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· Validate an idea with your own experience.
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· Make a suggestion.
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· Expand on your colleague’s posting
At least one reference please
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