Kent Is an Ethnographer Interested in the Experiences of Superintendents

question 13

Multiple Choice

Kent is an ethnographer interested in the experiences of superintendents who deal with serious school violence incidents. Of the following which is most likely a primary research strategy for Kent?

• A) He will survey superintendents regarding the strategies they have in place to handle such incidents.
• B) He will shadow a superintendent during and for six months after a serious incident.
• C) He will interview superintendents who have dealt with such incidents regarding the perceived strengths and weaknesses of their approach.
• D) He will observe and interview parents whose children were affected by a serious school violence incident.

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Definitions:

Binocular Disparity

Binocular depth perception cue; the difference in images between the two eyes, which is greater for objects that are close and smaller for distant objects.

Texture Gradient

A depth cue in which the gradation of texture suggests distance; closer portions have detailed, finely textured patterns, while farther portions appear smoother.

Linear Perspective

A method in art and design that depicts objects and scenes as they appear to the eye with diminishing size and converging lines for depth and proportion.

Convergence

The coming together of various factors or phenomena to produce a combined effect, or the ability of the eyes to simultaneously turn inward to focus on an object.