What counts as an observation?
What counts as an observation?
An observation is a research method in which behaviour is watched and recorded in a planned, systematic way. It studies what people do, rather than relying on what they say they do in a questionnaire or interview.
Step-by-step lessons on AQA A Level Psychology Observational techniques. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the compulsory core topics before tackling the more evaluation-heavy optional and issues-and-debates content.