A researcher who goes to a coffee shop and clandestinely observes behavior,while taking jottings,is doing what kind of qualitative fieldwork?
A)overt observation
B)covert observation
C)overt participation
D)participant observation

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The researcher is covertly observing behavior, meaning they are not openly acknowledging their presence or purpose. This falls under covert observation, where the researcher tries to blend in and not disrupt the natural behavior of the subjects. Overt observation would involve the researcher openly documenting behavior and possibly interacting with subjects, while participant observation would involve the researcher actively participating in the behavior being studied.

A Researcher Who Goes to a Coffee Shop and Clandestinely