When Observers See What They Expect to See or Record

question 624

Essay

When observers see what they expect to see or record only selected details, they are exhibiting a problem in naturalistic observation known as observer __________.

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Definitions:

Past Sins

A term referring to wrongdoings or mistakes made in one's past.

Mixed Communication

A form of communication that utilizes both verbal and nonverbal methods to convey messages.

Continuously

Occurring without interruption or in an unbroken sequence of events.

Twirls

Repetitive, spinning or twisting movement, often referring to a behavior exhibited for self-soothing or as a part of a dance or performance.