For this assignment, you will report and analyze the results of your observation with the intent of developing a deeper understanding of your community of study. The report should include:
a Background section that presents your research question, summarizes your observation questions , states your hypotheses , describes your population, and describes your role among the group .
a Methods section that details your observation process, including note taking techniques, where and when you conducted the observation, and “thick description” of the observation site and participants
a Results section ordered by significance and reported by theme or topic that tells readers what you discovered from your research by describing and interpreting findings .
a Conclusion section that tells readers what your observation results reveal about your topic, how they help to answer your research question, and why they are meaningful; you may also mention any researcher or participant biases, research design flaws, oversights/missed opportunities, and/or directions for future research.
Reports should be approximately 6-7 pages in length and follow MLA style guidelines.
